Operators Opportunities

Applications do not guarantee employment.

Career fair location: Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility: 300 Innovation Avenue, Four Oaks, NC 27524

Vulcan Elements manufactures rare-earth permanent magnets in the United States for industries including defense, aerospace, and automotive. Our work supports national security and economic resilience, and our team values mission focus, technical excellence, and integrity.

This posting is specifically for candidates who wish to preapply for consideration for opportunities with Vulcan Elements at our December 5, 2026 career fair at Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility: 300 Innovation Avenue, Four Oaks, NC 27524. It is an expression of interest; specific roles and requirements will depend on available opportunities.

Operator opportunities support safe equipment operation, material handling, and production activities. We are interested in candidates with hands-on experience or aptitude who can learn new processes and adapt as our operations grow.

Career Fair Process

The career fair will take place December 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Candidates who preapply will be scheduled for a specific time and receive first preference for scheduling and interviews. If you are not scheduled, you are still welcome to walk in on the career fair date. Walk-ins are welcome and must bring a printed resume. The interview process will take approximately 45 minutes. All candidates must bring a form of ID to check in.

Please save and submit your resume using the preferred filename format First_Last_Title, for example Jane_Doe_Operator.pdf. The naming format is preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work areas and equipment; follow approved operating and safety procedures.
• Operate and monitor assigned equipment, report abnormal conditions, and escalate concerns.
• Handle materials and collect samples as trained; record production and process information.
• Maintain orderly work areas and support equipment readiness and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities are representative and may change with business needs and the specific role.

Qualifications

• Hands-on aptitude and the ability to follow written instructions and learn equipment operation.
• Attention to safety, reliable attendance, teamwork, and clear communication.
• High school diploma or equivalent for opportunities where required.

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Preferred

• Manufacturing, machining, metals processing, or other industrial experience.
• Experience with furnaces, material handling equipment, mechanical tasks, or training others.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Depending on the role, work may involve production areas, standing or walking, noise, heat, and required PPE. Shift and physical requirements will be discussed for the specific opportunity. Roles requiring access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities require U.S. Person status.