Production Technician - FM2 - 1st Shift
Schaeffler · Fort Mill, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- Recently
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A technician-level production role at Schaeffler (automotive) in Fort Mill, SC.
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 80 live postings that list pay, out of 1162 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 41 other live production postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 81%
- Lean 45%
- EHS / safety 26%
- 5S 24%
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This plant: Schaeffler in Fort Mill
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Full description from SchaefflerAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Set up and programming of operating machines including accuracy and effectiveness checks in various test sequences
- ◆Oversee ramp up of machines after setup procedure and support Operators in operating the machines
- ◆Support maintenance in the repair, prevention of downtime and inspection of machines
- ◆Follow documented procedures and processes and maintain accurate records and tracking
- ◆Check finished product/product component and submits for approval
- ◆Follow all safety and production rules and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
Your
Required
- ✓High school diploma or GED equivalent
- ✓Ability to use instruments for measuring and to identify defects
- ✓Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and write clear communication in English
- ✓Ability to operate complex machinery for use in inspection
- ✓Good visual acuity
- ✓Ability to lift medium-heavy objects if required
- ✓Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
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Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.
Your
Preferred
- +Multiple years of experience operating complex machines in a manufacturing environment
- +Experience working with power tools
- +Ability to read and interpret Blueprints
Our Offering
- •Salary Range: $30.85 - $34.70
- •2nd and 3rd shift premium available
- •Hiring Bonus: $1,500 paid out in steps
- •Medical, dental and vision insurance
- •Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match
- •Please see all our benefit offerings at Schaeffler Benefits
As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.
Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.
https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/
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Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
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