Wire Drawing Operator - 1st Shift!

O&K American Corp.•Chicago, IL

7d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Wire Drawing Operator's purpose is to size down wire/rod per customer specification, enabling the customer to produce precision products. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and dimensional accuracy of the wire produced by O&K American Corp.

Requirements

Able to read, write and speak English.
Basic computer skills.
Able to work with machine inspection equipment.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Math and deductive reasoning skills.

Nice To Haves

Overhead crane experience in an industrial setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Read, understand, and follow Coil Safety at O&K American.
Read, understand, and follow all production procedures for Wire Drawing (W/D).
Understand all aspects of machine operation and safety.
Perform general maintenance and troubleshoot machines and 6S.
Perform pointing of rod.
Weigh coils.
Set/adjust cast for coils.
Select dies and print tags/labels.
Use overhead cranes to offload and load coils.
Calibrate and properly operate department inspection tools: micrometers and loupe light.
Perform visual inspection of coil.
Understand and enter data into AS400 production screen.
Identify rod non-conformances.
Perform Coil ID tag visual checks.
Scan tags and enter random emboss tag numbers into the computer.
Place labels and cut samples.
Change and check drawing soap.
Inspect for surface non-conformances.
Follow non-conformance instructions.
Use correct wire carriers.
Band coils.
Follow basic safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.