Machine Operator – Wire & Cable Manufacturing 2nd Shift
About The Position
Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring a full-time Machine Operator for wire and cable manufacturing in Union, Ohio. The role operates, sets up, and maintains cable cutting and spooling equipment to support accurate production, product quality, and safe material handling. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4:30 PM to 3:00 AM, with pay of $22.00–$25.00 per hour based on shift and experience. The position offers weekly pay, paid training, and benefits. The operator adjusts equipment for different cable sizes and requirements, measures and processes wire and cable, records production information, inspects products, and prepares finished goods for storage or shipment. The role also uses forklifts and walkie equipment to move materials, troubleshoots basic equipment issues, follows safety procedures, and helps maintain an organized work area. Additional production and warehouse duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid forklift and walkie equipment licenses.
- Basic math skills for measuring cable lengths, calculating footage, and tracking production.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment and production issues.
- Good communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to work the scheduled second shift, Monday through Thursday.
Nice To Haves
- Previous machine operator experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
- Experience in wire and cable manufacturing, cable cutting, cable winding, or cable spooling.
- Background in metal fabrication, industrial manufacturing, or production operations.
- Experience operating industrial machinery and material-handling equipment.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate industrial cable cutting and spooling machines according to production specifications.
- Adjust machine tension, speed, and settings based on cable size, type, and spooling requirements.
- Measure, cut, wind, and spool wire and cable.
- Track cable footage on stock reels and update cable lot cards and production records accurately.
- Inspect wire and cable during production to identify defects and maintain quality standards.
- Strap, skid, package, and prepare finished products for storage or shipment.
- Operate forklifts and walkie equipment to move, pick, transport, and store cable reels and materials.
- Maintain production efficiency while meeting daily manufacturing schedules.
- Troubleshoot basic machine issues and report equipment concerns.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized manufacturing environment.
- Perform additional production and warehouse duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Competitive hourly pay of $22.00–$25.00
- Four-day workweek, Monday through Thursday
- Full-time, year-round employment
- 5 days of paid time off
- 6 paid holidays
- Health insurance benefits, with Impact paying up to 50% of eligible premiums
- Retirement plan access
- Financial wellness and employee savings programs
- Paid training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
