Set-up Operator I – Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts

Job overview

The Set-up Operator I – Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts is an onsite, full-time position in Cheraw, SC. The posting lists a salary range of $21.20–$23.85 per hour. Schaeffler is a technology company serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors. This role prepares production machines for operation and supports reliable output by checking setup and test sequences, assisting operators during ramp-up, and coordinating with maintenance to address repairs and prevent downtime. It also checks finished components and follows documented production and safety procedures.

What you'll do

• Set up operating machines, including first checks and test sequences
• oversee machine ramp-up and support operators
• support maintenance with repairs, downtime prevention, and inspections
• follow documented procedures and maintain records
• check finished products or components and submit them for approval
• follow safety and production rules and use required personal protective equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

set-up operator i

night shift

12-hour shifts

manufacturing

machine setup

quality checks

cheraw sc

schaeffler

high school diploma or ged

measuring instruments

safety procedures

$21.20–$23.85/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility with company match up to 6%.

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma or GED and ability to operate basic machinery, use measuring instruments, and identify defects. One year of manufacturing machine-operation experience and power-tool experience are preferred. Second- and third-shift premiums are available.

About the employer

Schaeffler is hiring for this role. Industry: Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing. Sector: 33.