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A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$36,891 / year median in North Carolina
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Machine Operator
HSGI, Inc.
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Kinston, North Carolina
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 09/14/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
HSGI has immediate openings for Machine Operators.
Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools to make parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Produce parts or assemblies using Conventional or Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) mediums, while simultaneously ensuring product and/or process quality at all levels of the manufacturing operation through monitoring/verification methodologies.
Concurrently perform related functions to provide complete hardware in accordance with engineering specifications (e.g., operating multiple machines simultaneously, deburr part surface, milling, drilling, boring, honing, grinding, fastening). Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard lightbulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
Please contact JP @ 251-260-6025 / jenparker@hsgi-inc.com for more details or to apply.
Requirements
Must have basic machine operator skills Knowledge of station safety, quality, and OSHA regulations
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to articulate complex issues to others. Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.
At least 3 years' machine operator experience
Must be willing and able to work any shift to include working overtime as needed
High School Diploma/GED
Please contact JP @ 251-260-6025 / jenparker@hsgi-inc.com for more details or to apply.
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