Drawing Operator I

Southwire Company; Carrollton (GA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Southwire Company in Carrollton, GA, seeks an Operator, Drawing 1 to coordinate, set up, and operate drawing machines for copper and aluminum wire. Responsibilities include changing coils, setting up control panels for speed and footage, and ensuring accurate production through daily reports.

The role requires a high school diploma, English literacy, the ability to lift up to 45 lbs, and adherence to safety standards. Cross-training and teamwork within the production environment are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.

Responsabilidades

• Make minor adjustments and repairs to machines.
• Set up control panel for speed and footage.
• Determine which type of rod to use (single input rod).
• Being responsible for making the proper string-ups.
• Responsible for completing daily production reports.
• Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.

Conocimientos

English literacy

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW: The Operator, Drawing 1 is a medium skill role that will coordinate, set up, and operate different drawing machines to draw various sizes of copper wire and aluminum from feeder stock. This individual will be responsible for the following tasks: changing coils, bobbins, stems, and setting up control panel for speed and foot.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs

PRIMARY JOB TASKS

• Make minor adjustments and repairs to machines
• Set up control panel for speed and footage
• Determine which type of rod to use (single input rod)
• Being responsible for making the proper string-ups
• Responsible for completing daily production reports
• Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins
• Perform any other assigned duties

CROSS TRAINING

• Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
• Once trained in more complex jobs, employee may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
• Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

QUALITY

• Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities
• Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
• Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager

SAFETY

• Working safely is a condition of employment
• Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
• Follow all safety procedures and rules
• Properly wear all required PPE
• Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do
• Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do
• Maintain all work areas to 5S standards
• Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis
• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.