Specialty Copper / Robust Operator (1st Shift) - Ridgeway
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 3, 2026.
Isola, an industry leader in global materials sciences whose mission is to improve life by enabling innovation in electronic products, is hiring a 1st Shift Specialty Copper / Robust Operator at our Ridgeway, SC facility.
Schedule: 5:00am to 1:30pm Monday to Friday (Extended shift and weekend overtime work required)
THE ROLE
The Specialty Copper / Robust Operator is responsible for operating the machine that cuts laminate sheets and prepares copper for the pressing processes. This role also tracks copper foil inventory electronically.
TOP RESPONSIBILITIES:
Read and verify press plan is complete and clear.
Review copper foil feeders are stocked with correct copper type, size and weight per the press plan.
Run current inventory list to locate copper foils in stock for usage. Using a forklift, pull copper foils from stock using the FIFO method.
Inspect copper foil for usability. If copper is defective, place on hold per quality procedure.
Stage and load copper on the machine.
Perform transactions in computer to change the location of the copper foil from stock to Specialty copper location.
Log copper usage and scrap in batch sheets.
Between press loads, perform computer transactions to issue/produce copper usage.
Participate in weekly preventive maintenance.
Participate in inventory cycle counts.
Work with engineering and quality technicians as needed.
Use Lean/Six Sigma Methodologies to improve the process.
Ensure that the materials processed conform to industry quality criteria.
Perform Safety and Quality Audits as assigned.
Manage the orders being cut and packed to ensure customer due dates are being met.
Effectively communicates with maintenance when equipment problems arise.
Ensure full compliance with ISO, manufacturing visual and written procedures.
Maintain a clean work area in accordance with established 6S criteria.
Assist other operators to ensure timely shipment of product
Cross train in other areas.
All employees will be required to participate in training and continuous improvement events.
WHO WILL LOVE THIS JOB
An efficient worker, you enjoy having multiple priorities at one time and multitasking without breaking a sweat.
A great teammate, you can contribute and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
A problem solver, you ask the right questions to uncover the root cause and can quickly iterate to a final, well-thought-out result.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous machine operating experience- required.
Previous experience with work instructions, work orders, and SAP- preferred
What's In It For You?
Competitive Pay
Personal growth and advancement opportunities
A culture where innovation, enthusiasm, and cooperation are encouraged.
INTERNAL ELIGIBILITY
Completion of 90-day new hire/newly transferred probationary period
No active disciplinary notices for behavior or performance
No more than 3 attendance points
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and verbal communication is essential.
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS
In this role you maybe be required to stand up to 10 hours per shift and with frequent bending, reaching, and grasping. You will also need to lift, pull or push up to 50 pounds.