Machine Operator
About You
The person we are looking for has a strong foundation in mechanical and analytical skills. A person with great judgment, initiative, and the ability to deal with complex machinery. The ideal candidate has experience working with and on machinery.
Position Snapshot
A machine operator is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair simple mechanical problems like stalls or jams. Workers hired into this position will be trained to eventually operate various machines and learn processes related to manufacturing steel wire products. To be successful in this role you will:
- Operate designated machinery to facility standards and production specifications
- Perform necessary operator quality checks according to ASTM standards
- Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required
- Use computer systems to track and document daily production activity
- Assist other operators as needed
- Practice safe work habits to reduce risk to as low as reasonably achievable. Including adhering to strict PPE guidelines and learning safety standards for the facility and equipment.
- Work effectively within a team environment
Requirements and Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions
- Knows and understands basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
- Understands basic mathematical principles and has the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
For your hard work, you receive:
- Competitive base pay
- Bonus eligibility based on facility performance
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation
- Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Normal work hours:
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights from 7pm to 7am
Will work 36 hours, but be paid for 40 hours as long as all scheduled hours are worked
Training will occur on 2-2-3-day shift rotations from 7am - 7pm