Equipment Technician

Insteel Industries; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Telehealth

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Insteel Industries in Kingman, AZ is seeking an Equipment Technician-Machine Operator on first and second shifts to support production of steel wire reinforcing products. You will operate designated machinery, monitor quality, and document activity.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and basic mechanical knowledge, plus the ability to perform simple arithmetic. We offer competitive pay, overtime, full benefits, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions.
• Knows and understands basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
• Understand basic mathematical principles and have the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated machinery to facility standards and production specifications
• Perform necessary operator quality checks according to ASTM standards
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required
• Use computer systems to track and document daily production activity
• Assist other operators as needed
• Practice safe work habits to reduce risk, including adhering to strict PPE guidelines and learning facility and equipment safety standards.
• Work effectively within a team environment.

Skills

Mechanical fundamentals

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Equipment Technician-Machine Operator- First and Second Shift

Are you a detail-oriented individual who wants to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, look no further.

About Us

Insteel Industries, established in 1953, began with humble beginnings, embraced strong values, and is headquartered in Mount Airy, NC. We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. We manufacture and market prestressed concrete (PC) strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement, and standard welded wire reinforcement for concrete reinforcement applications. The company operates eleven manufacturing facilities in nine states.

Not sure what all that is? Our product is used in large-scale concrete projects, including roads, bridges, and parking garages. Join our team and make an impact on our country’s infrastructure.

Schedule Times

Monday-Thursday 2:45 pm-1 am, second shift
Monday- Thursday 4:45 am-3 pm- first Shift

Overtime-

Mandatory when scheduled

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in mechanical and analytical skills. A person with great judgment, initiative, and the ability to handle complex machinery. The ideal candidate has experience working with and on machinery.

Position Snapshot

A machine operator is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair simple mechanical problems like stalls or jams. Workers hired into this position will eventually be trained to operate various machines and learn processes related to manufacturing steel wire products. To be successful in this role, you will:

• Operate designated machinery to facility standards and production specifications
• Perform necessary operator quality checks according to ASTM standards
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required
• Use computer systems to track and document daily production activity
• Assist other operators as needed
• Practice safe work habits to reduce risk as low as reasonably achievable, including adhering to strict PPE guidelines and learning facility and equipment safety standards.
• Work effectively within a team environment.

Requirements and Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions
• Knows and understands basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
• Understand basic mathematical principles and have the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay
• This Position starts at $20.50
• Bonus eligibility based on facility performance
• Paid time off, including holidays and vacation after 30 days of employment
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company-paid telehealth, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.