Machine Operator

American Wire Group•York Township, PA

20d

About The Position

Classic Wire and Cable (CWC) is seeking a Machine Operator who reports to the Cutting Manager. The role supports warehouse operations and cutting workflows, with a focus on productivity, safety, accurate customer orders, and maintaining an orderly work area. The Machine Operator moves inventory, retrieves material for cutting, operates wire-cutting machines to cut and re-spool cable, and transports finished cuts to shipping. The position also involves recording cut and scrap quantities, handling damaged cable, assisting with inventory, and helping improve workflow processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A safety-first attitude.
Ambition to ask questions, take notes, and learn new things after mastering assigned tasks.
Dependability, punctuality, a strong work ethic, and willingness to maintain good relationships with others.
Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions and accept coaching as needed.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn and work well with team members.
Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues at all levels.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Familiarity with measuring equipment.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft products.
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and to stand, remain mobile, and manage and transport materials during an 8-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical skills, including the ability to fix equipment.

Responsibilities

Report to work on time and ready to assist with warehouse activities, and comply with the company attendance point system.
Maintain an orderly and clean warehouse, cutting area, and work area around machines in use.
Wear appropriate PPE and safety gear, follow company safety procedures, and perform daily safety inspections on machinery before operating it.
Lift and move inventory around the warehouse, using an RF scanner when physically moving material.
Operate a forklift to retrieve material for the cutting department and place cut reels back into the warehouse.
Operate a forklift to transport finished cuts to the shipping department.
Operate wire-cutting machines to cut and re-spool cable for customer orders.
Raise concerns about the cutting area or equipment to the cutting supervisor.
Use departmental equipment, including hand tools and power equipment, properly and with PPE when required; return equipment to its assigned area after use.
Ensure customer requirements are met, including packaging and reel markings.
Record all cut and scrap quantities.
Rework and scrap damaged cable.
Help develop and improve processes, techniques, and strategies to improve workflow.
Assist during inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.