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Finishing Operator

Saati Americas
Fountain, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2027

In support of our position as a leading manufacturer of ballistic materials for law enforcement and military applications, Saati is seeking a Machine Operator who will be trained to assist in the processing of aramid fabrics for hard and soft armor applications, including scour (wash), tenter (drying), film and resin (prepreg) application.

Role and Responsibilities

Work in a team environment to ensure SAATI produces top quality products that meet our customer demands. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Safely stage and move materials by hand and by operating a powered industrial truck (fork-lift)
  • Safely work with and around hazardous materials
  • Clean and prepare equipment for production
  • Prepare resin matrix according to recipe outlined in work order
  • Provide resin samples for Laboratory controls
  • Operate industrial hoist to load and unload material to and from equipment
  • Operate textile coating, laminating, and finishing equipment
  • Other tasks assigned by Coating Supervisor and/or SAATI Americas Fountain Inn Leadership

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • High School diploma
  • Experience working with industrial equipment
  • Track record of operating a powered industrial truck (fork-lift)
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and sparsely lift objects up to 50 lbs. throughout the day
  • Track record of learning new skills quickly in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working in a textile finishing environment
  • Experience operating coating, laminating, and other textile finishing equipment
  • Experience working with chemicals

Additional Notes

This job description is not all encompassing and other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SAATI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SAATI is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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