Full-Time

Machine Operator 2

Deadline 10/2/26
Sandvik

Sandvik

10,001+ employees

Mining, rock excavation, metal cutting solutions

Compensation Overview

$17 - $29.24/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

Westminster, SC, USA

In Person

Onsite in Westminster; relocation assistance is not provided.

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • Current authorization to work in the United States is required.
  • One to three years of experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial environment is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and work instructions is required.
  • Experience with CNC-controlled equipment, automation, or robotic systems is required.
  • Familiarity with precision measuring devices and quality inspection processes is required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement is required.
Responsibilities
  • Select and prioritize production jobs using the Sites Control System or as directed by leadership.
  • Set up equipment by following work instructions, blueprints, and engineering specifications.
  • Develop and adjust basic CNC programs to support production requirements.
  • Adjust machine parameters and perform required robot calibrations.
  • Verify process capability using Statistical Process Control and other control methods.
  • Utilize process-specific measurement systems to ensure products meet specifications.
  • Perform visual inspections to verify all products meet established quality standards.
  • Monitor operations to ensure processes achieve established efficiency and utilization targets.
  • Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities in partnership with peers, supervisors, and engineers.
  • Perform routine equipment and tooling maintenance, including evaluating tooling conditions and requirements.
  • Support team development by assisting with training and skill-building activities for less experienced operators.
  • Understand and properly utilize the robotic transport system as required.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including completing daily housekeeping responsibilities.
  • Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Sandvik is a global engineering company focused on mining and rock excavation, rock processing, and metal cutting, supplying tools, machines, and related services. Its products perform material extraction, rock breaking, crushing, and precision cutting to help customers mine, process, and shape metals. It differentiates itself through a long history, deep specialization in its core domains, an integrated portfolio, and a strategy that keeps focus on core businesses while divesting non-core units like Alleima. Its goal is to help customers improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in heavy industry by providing reliable equipment, tools, and support.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

1862

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue rose 24% and adjusted EBITA margin reached 22.6%.
  • Q1 2026 orders hit SEK 36.8 billion, up 23% organically.
  • Diemme Filtration expands Sandvik into mining dewatering, a high-margin aftermarket niche.

What critics are saying

  • Machining restructuring cuts 130 jobs now; savings land only by end-2027.
  • Additive Manufacturing divestment and SEK 230 million impairment signal portfolio weakness.
  • Currency headwinds already shaved SEK 1.4 billion from Q1 2026 operating profit.

What makes Sandvik unique

  • AutoMine and Rio Tinto’s 2026 autonomous drilling tie-up harden Sandvik’s mining moat.
  • Sandvik’s 2026 acquisition spree adds Diemme Filtration, ThoroughTec, and K&Y Diamond.
  • Mastercam, CAM, and ultraprecision tools deepen Sandvik’s manufacturing software-to-hardware stack.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Performance Bonus

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

19%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

19%
Cision
Jun 23rd, 2026
Sandvik to acquire filter press manufacturer Diemme® Filtration

Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire the Italy-based company Diemme® Filtration, a leading

Yahoo Finance
Jun 11th, 2026
Sandvik partners with Rio Tinto to integrate autonomous drilling systems across Australian mines

Sandvik has partnered with Rio Tinto to integrate its i-series surface drill rigs with Rio Tinto's Autonomous Drilling System. The collaboration will combine Sandvik's AutoMine automation technology with Rio Tinto's remote operations expertise to improve safety, productivity and system interoperability in open-pit mining. Development will be managed through Rio Tinto's Perth Operations Centre, beginning with testing at Sandvik's facility in Finland. Field trials will follow at Rio Tinto's Western Australian operations to evaluate performance against production targets. The project leverages existing autonomous infrastructure at Rio Tinto's iron ore sites and aligns with both companies' expansion plans, including Sandvik's recent copper mine equipment orders and Rio Tinto's $1.5 billion Quebec smelter expansion, due to complete by end-2026.

PR Newswire
Apr 22nd, 2026
Sandvik reports $3B revenue, 23% order intake growth in Q1 2026

Swedish engineering group Sandvik reported strong first-quarter results for 2026, with order intake rising 23% to SEK 36.8 billion and revenues increasing 15% to SEK 30.7 billion, both at fixed exchange rates and organically. The company's adjusted EBITA margin improved to 20.0% from 19.7% in the prior year period, whilst adjusted EBIT margin reached 18.6%, up from 18.0%. Adjusted profit before tax rose to SEK 5.5 billion from SEK 5.0 billion. Diluted earnings per share increased to SEK 3.09 from SEK 2.97, whilst adjusted diluted earnings per share reached SEK 3.27, up from SEK 3.01. Free operating cash flow stood at SEK 3.6 billion, down slightly from SEK 3.8 billion in the same quarter last year.

Cision
Apr 10th, 2026
Sandvik acquires majority stake in ultra-precision diamond tools manufacturer K&Y Diamond

Sandvik has acquired 80% of the Canada-based K&Y Diamond, a leading manufacturer of

Yahoo Finance
Feb 28th, 2026
Sandvik expands Sudbury facility as shares trade 53% above fair value at SEK399

Sandvik is investing in a new manufacturing facility in Greater Sudbury, Canada, to increase production capacity and support industrial and construction customers in North America. The expansion marks a long-term commitment to the region. The announcement comes as Sandvik's shares trade at SEK399.4, showing strong recent performance with returns of 15.3% over the past month and 76.7% over one year. However, the stock is trading approximately 20% above analysts' target price of SEK331.8 and 53.1% above estimated fair value. The company's price-to-earnings ratio of 34.1 exceeds the machinery industry average of 24.7, raising valuation concerns. Investors are monitoring whether revenue and earnings from the new facility will justify current valuations.