Machine Operator - Draw, Straighten, and Cut (DSC

Acme•Denver, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Acme Manufacturing is hiring a mechanically inclined Machine Operator to operate draw, straighten, and cut (DSC) equipment that processes steel wire to length for threading machines. The work is hands-on and includes running the machine throughout the shift, loading raw material, completing setups and tooling changeovers, making adjustments to correct product imperfections, and troubleshooting stoppages. The equipment includes multiple pneumatic components and requires regular adjustments for safe, consistent operation. This is a full-time, on-site position at Acme Manufacturing’s Denver facility. The schedule is an evening, 10-hour, four-day workweek: Monday through Thursday, 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Starting pay is $26 per hour, with production bonuses of up to an additional $1.50 per hour after 60 days of employment. The position offers a full benefits package and opportunities to develop specialized steel-processing skills and advance based on demonstrated capability.

Requirements

Be mechanically inclined and willing and able to learn.
Work independently and make sound decisions.
Use gauges, tape measures, and other basic hand tools proficiently.
Safely and efficiently operate the DSC line.
Lift up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
Stand for 10 hours per day.
Wear hearing protection and steel-toed shoes in the manufacturing environment.
Demonstrate a good attitude, reliability, and eagerness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience with wire, bar, tube, or coil-processing equipment.
Experience with roll forming or cut-to-length lines.
Experience with stamping setup and operation.
Experience with industrial maintenance or other manually adjusted, setup-intensive manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

Load and unload the machine manually and with forklifts and overhead cranes.
Run the DSC line safely and efficiently throughout the shift.
Perform setups, die and tooling changeovers, adjustments, and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot machine stoppages and make appropriate adjustments to address equipment and product issues.
Conduct quality checks and confirm finished products meet work-order requirements and quality standards.
Verify material types and confirm work orders match raw materials.
Record scrap and maintain a clean, well-organized workspace.
Follow all safety standards.