Production Operator- Night Shift

WireCo WorldGroup•Dresden, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator sets up, loads, and operates production machines, making adjustments to ensure product quality meets specifications. The role may be assigned to Spooling, Stranding, or Closing and includes responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others around the machines. The operator works under the direct supervision of a Production Supervisor, with technical oversight from Process Engineering and Quality. The position is scheduled Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., and Thursday and Friday from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. Training may take place on day shift for 3–4 weeks (Monday–Thursday, 5 a.m.–3 p.m.) or on weekend shift (Friday–Sunday, 5 a.m.–5 p.m.). Compensation is $20.61 per hour, plus a $1.50 shift differential. Monthly incentive payments may be earned after the 90-day probationary period, based on meeting operational metrics. The role involves handling wire rope and production materials, using manufacturing machinery and measuring equipment, and working in manufacturing, warehouse, dock, and shipping environments with varying temperatures and noise levels. Employees must follow work instructions and quality standards and wear required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or ability to demonstrate basic literacy and math proficiency through education, experience, or assessment.
Fluent in English.
Basic computer skills.
Math skills and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to learn to use and read micrometers, tape measures, feeler gauges, and basic hand tools.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must successfully complete a post-offer background check, drug screening, and pre-employment physical examination.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience that includes using measuring devices and applying basic math and mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

Record setup information at the start of each order.
Remove empty bobbins from the previous order and load full wire bundles or bobbins using appropriate lifting devices.
Weld or knot new wire supply to the trailing end of the previous order, when applicable.
Thread machines by pulling wire or strands through guides, tension rollers, and/or stranding or pre-forming heads.
Secure, install, and adjust dies, stranding or pre-forming heads, crushing rollers, post-formers, and carboloy rings as required by the order.
Set the proper lay according to order specifications.
Adjust tension and die pressure at the beginning of the order and as needed throughout the order.
Start the lube pump when required by the order.
Inspect and replace tensioning devices as needed.
Inspect the set-change, including cutting a strand for helix-height measurement, before requesting production supervisor approval.
Properly tag products, stage them in the proper storage area, and record production.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Perform job duties in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.