Production Operator- Night Shift

WireCo WorldGroup • Sedalia, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator sets up, loads, and operates production machines, making adjustments to ensure products meet required specifications. Operators may work in Spooling, Stranding, or Closing and are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others around the machines. The position works under the direct supervision of a Production Supervisor, with technical oversight from Process Engineering and Quality.

The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., and Thursday and Friday from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. The operator may need to train on the day shift for 3–4 weeks (Monday–Thursday, 5 a.m.–3 p.m.) or the weekend shift (Friday–Sunday, 5 a.m.–5 p.m.). Compensation is $20.61 per hour, plus a $1.50 shift differential and monthly incentive payments based on operational metrics after the 90-day probationary period is complete. Monthly incentives may be available after the probationary training period.

The role involves working in manufacturing, warehouse, dock, and shipping environments with varying temperatures and noise levels. Operators use required personal protective equipment and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction and at least 18 years old. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a post-offer background check and required pre-employment screenings, including a drug screening and physical examination. A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant.

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.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successfully complete required post-offer screenings, including a criminal 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 bundles of wire 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 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 an 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.
• Tag products properly, stage them in the appropriate 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.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Monthly incentive payments based on meeting operational metrics after the 90-day probationary period is complete

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED