Machine Operator

Job Title Machine Operator Shifts Available 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM — Training will be on 1st shift 1st Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM — Training will be on 1st shift Department Operations Position Overview Set-up, adjust and operate production machinery to draw wire and strand rope of various metal alloys and diameters. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operate drawing and stranding machinery to produce quality product according to specific “Work Instructions”. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Read work orders/bill of materials to determine product specifications Responsible for quantity and quality to meet efficiency rates Use various types of equipment and machinery Maintain machinery during operation Adjust machinery including changing dies Reporting/communicating machinery issues to supervisor/maintenance Inspect products to ensure product excellence and quality using measuring tools (tape measure/micrometer/tensile test machine) Obtain all required approvals Label packages Use of forklift and cranes to load/unload machine and to move material to and from machines. Record and document all downtime Ensure and observe all safety and housekeeping rules and guidelines, including carrying out daily safety inspections Participate in all assigned training, including monthly health and safety sessions Operate forklifts safely Other duties as assigned Position Requirements High school graduate or equivalent required Ability to communicate – verbal and written Ability to perform basic math functions with accuracy Forklift license preferred Basic computer skills for data entry purposes Ability to lift up to 50 lbs #J-18808-Ljbffr Central Wire Industries