Machine Operator Trainee

Machine Operator TraineeService Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Machine Operator Trainee in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!Position Summary:Our Machine Operator Trainees perform preparation setup of production machine(s). They also operate manufacturing machinery, monitor wire quality, and record fabrication data to ensure defect-free products as defined by industry regulations and customer specifications. Additionally, they transport wire and materials throughout facility on a forklift.Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:Prepare and setup machines for production by positioning the payoff, feeder, and take-upOperate the machinery by adjusting and maintaining production controls according to specificationsMonitor the quality of wire during production and the finished productPerform routine lubrication of machinery parts and minor preventative maintenanceObserve machine operation for equipment malfunction and report immediatelyRecord detailed daily production dataMaintain safety standards and clean work environmentAdditional duties as assigned by supervisorKnowledge/Skills/Requirements:High School Diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) or one year related industrial experience or equivalent trainingDemonstrate strong basic math and measuring skillsAbility to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions, direction, and correspondence, both oral and writtenCooperatively works and interacts with members of the manufacturing department and other company employeesMust be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control.In-person attendance is an essential function of the jobSchedule: Must be available to work the following times:- 1st Shift - 7am - 3:30pm- 2nd Shift - 3pm - 11:30pm- 3rd Shift - 11pm - 7:30amThe perks of joining our Team:Comprehensive Insurance Options - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choicesProgressive PTO & Paid Holidays - Tenure-based paid time off plus eight paid holidays annuallyPredictable, set schedules that support work-life balance - no rotating shifts401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit-sharing contributionsCareer Growth & Learning Support - Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programsTuition reimbursement up to $15,000 - annually to support your continued education and career growthAnnual bonus potential up to $3,000 - through performance incentive programsReferral Bonus Program - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first yearSee all benefits we offer here