Machine Operator

WireMasters; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

WireMasters in Columbia, TN is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to support processing, marking, laser-marking, and cable manufacturing as directed by supervision. You will operate equipment, handle material, perform quality checks, and document data in our ERP system.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, timely delivery, and teamwork across the shop floor, with duties including setup oversight, paperwork, and maintaining a neat, compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong written, technical, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math aptitude and reading skills essential.
• Must be physically dexterous and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good organization, planning and time management abilities.
• Computer literate with familiarity in ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and assist with machine setups and operations.
• Fulfill value-added work orders and perform quality checks.
• Document setup data and maintain records in the ERP system.
• Maintain neat, orderly work area and follow safety procedures.
• Monitor workload to ensure on-time delivery and responses to emails.
• Assist with packing, kitting, and shipping requirements.
• Support customer projects and maintain professional stakeholder relations.

Skills

Written communications

Technical communications

Oral communications

Basic Math aptitude

Physical dexterity

Organization and time management

Computer literate

Reading skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP System

Hand tools

Job description

Basic Function

Machine Operators are responsible for all processing, markers, customer projects, Laser-marking functions, and cable manufacturing as directed by Supervisor or Warehouse Manager.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills value-added work orders by operating equipment, handling material, performing quality checks, and completing paperwork as necessary.


• Assists or oversees a variety of machine setups and operations.


• Documents machine setup data, maintains appropriate records and files.


• Performs machine maintenance and repairs as required - use of hand tools.


• Ensures quality standards are met with kitting and packaging requirements.


• Monitors reports through the WireMasters ERP System and manages workload in order to maintain on time delivery and ship dates.


• Responsible for answering emails concerning Value Added orders as necessary.


• Customer service and professionalism when dealing with stakeholders.


• Use of statistical methods ensuring quality standards for all machines and orders.


• Responsible for processing tickets as needed, including daily monitoring, pulling, cutting, and transferring any material using the ERP system.


• Maintain a neat and orderly workplace at all times.


• Follows safety procedures in accordance with approved training and reports any dangerous conditions to management immediately.


• Support WireMasters Core Values; Service, Gratitude, Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Family.


• This list is not to be considered comprehensive and WireMasters Management retains the right to modify the contents of this document at any time. Other duties may be assigned by WireMasters Management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Strong written, technical, and oral communications skills.


• Basic Math Aptitude.


• Physical Dexterity Skills.


• Organization, planning, and time management skills.


• Computer Literate.


• Reading skills.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

OUR COMPANY IS AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER. THIS MEANS THAT REGARDLESS OF ANY PROVISION IN THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK, JOB DESCRIPTION OR ANY OTHER DOCUMENT, EITHER YOU OR THE COMPANY MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE OR NOTICE. NOTHING IN THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK OR IN ANY DOCUMENT, WRITTEN OR ORAL, SHALL LIMIT THE RIGHT TO TERMINATE EMPLOYEMENT AT-WILL. NO OFFICER, EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATIVE OF THE COMPANY IS AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT—EXPRESS OR IMPLIED—WITH ANY EMPLOYEE FOR EMPLOYMENT FOR A SPECIFIED PERIOD OF TIME UNLESS SUCH AN AGREEMENT IS IN A WRITTEN CONTRACT SIGNED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE COMPANY.