Industrial Machine Operator - Great Benefits + $1500 Signing Bonus

The Heico Companies LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for wire drawing. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment while honing your skills and contributing to a team. With a focus on safety and quality, you'll be responsible for operating machinery, performing quality checks, and ensuring production goals are met. The company values commitment and offers a competitive hourly rate along with bonuses and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this is the job for you!

Benefits

Monthly Health Contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision

Incentivized Bonus Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Pension Contributions

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in manufacturing required.
• Ability to perform physical work and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate wire drawing machines according to production standards.
• Perform quality inspections and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Machine Operation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Physical Endurance

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Precision Tools

Job description

Since 1927, Davis Wire Corporation has built a reputation for dependability and quality. As the largest wire manufacturer in the western United States, our impressive range of products are used in a wide variety of fields, including agriculture, construction, transportation, communications and industrial applications. The foundations of our business are galvanized and reinforcement wire, though we also produce an assortment of specialty wires to fit almost any need. Our entire line is always supported by our committed customer service.

Machine Operator

Our manufacturing firm is seeking a Machine Operator- Wire Drawing. This position will provide the successful candidate with the chance to apply their knowledge, learn new skills, and work as a team within a fast-paced and safe environment. The ideal candidate for this role has a minimum of 6 months experience in the manufacturing sector, pays strong attention to detail, has excellent attendance and is committed to workplace safety.

Broad Functions and Objectives:

Use basic processes to set up, adjust, and operate assigned machines and auxiliary equipment to produce wire and wire products.

Principal Accountabilities/Duties:

1. Read, understand and follow production schedule. Interpret and follow basic written instructions, drawings, and documents.
2. Perform setups on assigned machine(s).
3. Detect and report faulty processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
4. Maintain standard housekeeping standards.
5. Observe all safety rules including reporting of all industrial accidents and any unsafe conditions.
6. Check with lead person at beginning of shift to determine the production schedule.
7. Set-up and maintain wire drawing machines according to production schedule and quality standards – making minor adjustments as necessary.
8. Load rod coils onto drawing machine payoffs.
9. Operate and run machine to produce a finished product.
10. Perform quality inspections on a regular basis throughout shift.
11. Perform other duties as requested.
12. Must be able to work rotating shift schedule every 4 months.
13. Must be able to work Saturdays and overtime as needed.

Compensation:

• $20.00 Hourly Rate
• $1,500 Retention Bonus after successful completion of 3 months and 6 months
• Incentive Pay
• Shift Differential for 2nd & 3rd Shift
• Pay for Knowledge

Qualifications:

1. Basic understanding of production and machine operation.
2. Ability to use tools and precision equipment.
3. Ability to perform physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent use of arms and legs, and climbing.
4. Must have excellent attendance and work record.
5. Must have machine experience.
6. Must be able to work/communicate well in a team environment.
7. Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
8. Must be able to work in cold/hot temperatures.
9. Must be able to do heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. or more.

Perks and Benefits:

• Company contributes $980 monthly toward employee and dependent health and welfare.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Incentivized bonus pay (up to $4/hour additional).
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• Paid Holidays (company pays 9 holidays per year).
• Pension (company makes monthly contributions to employee retirement).
• Life Insurance ($25,000 group term life insurance).

This is a union position. New hires are required to pay a union initiation fee to the local union. Upon passing probation, new hires will join the union and will be required to pay monthly union dues.

Davis Wire is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.