Industrial Machine Operator – Wire Manufacturing

Insteel Industries; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off including holidays

Extensive benefits package

Job summary

Insteel Industries, based in Mount Airy, NC, is seeking a Machine Operator to operate designated machinery and perform quality checks in a heavy manufacturing setting. The role requires reading work orders, following safety procedures, and assisting with equipment maintenance as needed.

Candidates should be able to lift and move materials, work with hand tools, and adapt to shift rotations, including potential overtime or weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing or production machinery
• Ability to follow safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
• Ability to read and follow work orders, production instructions, and safety manuals
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet production goals and deadlines
• Experience maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Willingness to work different shifts, overtime, or weekends when required

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 to as low as reasonably achievable, including PPE adherence
• Work effectively within a team environment

Skills

Manufacturing machinery operation

Safety procedures

Reading work orders

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hand tools usage

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Insteel Industries, based in Mount Airy, NC, is seeking a Machine Operator to operate designated machinery and perform quality checks in a heavy manufacturing setting. The role requires reading work orders, following safety procedures, and assisting with equipment maintenance as needed.

Candidates should be able to lift and move materials, work with hand tools, and adapt to shift rotations, including potential overtime or weekend hours.