Machine Operator

WireMasters; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WireMasters is seeking a Machine Operator to manage processing, marking, and cable production. You will support multiple machine setups, maintain documentation, and ensure finished goods meet quality standards.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs, with attention to safety and ergonomic practices.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written, technical, and oral communication skills.
• Basic Math aptitude is required.
• Physical dexterity and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Organizational, planning, and time management skills are essential.
• Computer literacy and reading ability are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment and perform quality checks.
• Assist or oversee a variety of machine setups and operations.
• Document machine setup data and maintain records.
• Perform routine machine maintenance using hand tools.
• Ensure quality standards for kitting and packaging.

Skills

Communication skills

Math aptitude

Physical dexterity

Organization

Time management

Computer literacy

Reading skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

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.
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.