Wire Operator

Ametek, Inc. • Wallingford, CT

85d • $25 - $26

About The Position

The Wire operator is responsible for setting up and operating square wire and shape wire machinery within the department. This position has the possibility to be on day shift (6a - 2p) and second shift (2p - 10p). The pay range for this position is $25/hr - $26/hr.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Wire drawing and annealing experience preferred.
• Basic computer functions for data entry purposes.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to work first shift initially and potentially second shift.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates square wire and shape wire machinery.
• Utilizes appropriate tools such as edge rolls, turkshead, flat rolls, dies, and shape rolls to achieve required product shape and finish.
• Conducts quality checks using various measuring devices to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications.
• Maintains meticulous records and completes all necessary paperwork related to quality control and submit samples to QC as required.
• Provides training to other operators when required, ensuring team competency and efficiency.
• Conducts safety and quality checks on equipment, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Operates multiple machines simultaneously, adapting to changing operational requirements.
• Operates overhead cranes by dragging it to specific areas with reels.
• Ability to learn the annealing process.
• Runs furnaces to soften material.
• Runs rolling machinery and spooling machines for necessary material.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees