Machine Operator

Trench Group GmbH•Charlotte, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Operator Be part of building something extraordinary HSP US: Building the Future of Energy At HSP US, we’re looking for motivated, goal-oriented engineering professionals who want to grow their careers while contributing to high-impact work in the energy sector. If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, customer collaboration, and creating tailored engineering solutions, this role is for you. As a fast-growing operation, we are building state-of-the-art production capabilities, cutting-edge processes, and a high-performance culture centered around quality, safety, and innovation. Joining our team means being part of a once-in-a-generation start-up environment where you help lay the foundation for operational excellence for years to come.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Technical training, trade school certification, or apprenticeship in industrial mechanics, machine operation, or manufacturing technology.
Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial machinery such as: Paper converting equipment, Film/foil winding machines, Slitters, laminators, or rewinders.
Transformer coil winding or similar precision winding equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to independently set up and optimize equipment.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, routings, BOMs, and work instructions.
High attention to detail, quality focus, and cost awareness.
Confident use of SAP or similar ERP systems for production tracking.
Dependable, safety‑focused, and effective in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and adjust manual, semi‑automatic, and PLC‑controlled converting or winding equipment according to production orders and work instructions.
Configure and optimize machine parameters such as speed, tension, width, alignment, and cut length.
Interpret technical drawings, schematics, BOMs, and production specifications.
Perform precision converting/winding using paper, crepe, film, laminates, insulation tapes, and other specialty materials.
Load, align, and secure materials on mandrels, shafts, cores, or tubes with accuracy.
Conduct in‑process and final inspections to verify dimensions, surface quality, and compliance.
Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measurement tools.
Complete production reporting in SAP, including confirmations, quantities, scrap, and labeling.
Cut, secure, tape, and label finished components following SOPs and safety requirements.
Troubleshoot issues such as material feed problems, tension variation, wrinkling, telescoping, and machine performance.
Perform routine maintenance and minor mechanical adjustments to minimize downtime.
Report deviations and support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Follow all safety procedures, including OSHA standards and lockout/tagout requirements.