Job Description

Machine Operator – Duncan, SC

Are you excited by the idea of working with cutting-edge technology in the coating and finishing of aerospace, automotive, and industrial components? Do you want to be part of a team making a tangible impact across a variety of manufacturing industries? If so, a role as a Machine Operator at IHI Ionbond could be the perfect fit for you!

IHI Ionbond is a dynamic and growing industrial service company specializing in surface preparation and advanced commercial coatings. We work with customer-owned parts for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and general manufacturing, helping deliver durability, performance, and precision. This is an exciting time to join our team, as we continue to expand in a highly innovative and fast-evolving field. If you’re looking to build a career with a forward-thinking company, we’d love to hear from you.

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers™

Ionbond provides advanced coating solutions for applications in the aerospace, medical, food contact, automotive, decorative, tooling and fuel cells industries. We offer a broad range of hard, low-friction, wear-resistant coatings based on PVD, PACVD and CVD technologies.

With 34 job coating centers in 15 countries in Europe, North America and Asia, Ionbond has one of the largest coating networks in the world. Ionbond is part of renowned Japanese industrial consortium IHI Group.

What defines this job?

• Perform assigned functions, processes, and procedures that meet customer orders specifications, quality requirements, and production standards
• Work with supervisors and staff to operate and closely monitor high-vacuum PVD coating chambers
• Conduct periodical checks ensuring the machine and process is running correctly
• Load and unload customer products into machines while handling parts with care
• Perform general maintenance and clean interior of coating machines
• De-fixture batch loads after processing
• Carry out visual inspection on parts after processing
• Other duties as assigned

What do we offer?

Unleashing potential is at the core of our approach. We provide a dynamic environment that opens doors to both international and local growth opportunities, helping you reach your full potential. Here's what you can expect from being part of our team:

• International and local growth opportunities
• Diverse work environment where we embrace teamwork and innovation that drives us towards new applications and customer service excellence
• Competitive compensation package; salary based on experience and educational credentials
• Medical, dental, & vision benefits with affordable premiums and annual deductibles
• Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Generous Paid Time Off

What do we ask?

Previous experience in Manufacturing or other related field. (2+ years preferred.) Mechanical, Electrical + Troubleshooting experience a plus! Familiarity with machine operation, manufacturing tools and equipment. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate effectively. Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Good dexterity skills, able to handle precision machined parts. Able to read instructions in English and read documents as small as 8-font size. This position is working 6:00 PM-6:15 AM. Able to sit/stand during an 12-hour shift. Some weekend work is required. Must be authorized to work in the US and pass a preplacement criminal background check and physical screening. *Applicants may start on contingent basis through staffing service. Full-Time, Regular hire date to be determined 60-90 days, based on production and performance.

You should be proficient in:

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Machine Operation
• Manufacturing
• manufacturing equipment
• manufacturing tools
• precision machine parts