Machine Operator - Nights

ESAB Corporation; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

4-day work week

Growth opportunities

Job summary

ESAB Corporation in Traverse City, MI is hiring Machine Operators / Wire Spoolers to keep production running. This hands-on role offers a stable schedule with a 3-day weekend every week, and paid training with no prior experience required.

Operate wire spooling machines, load and thread wire spools, and move materials using a forklift. You’ll work on a 4-day Mon–Thu week, with a strong safety culture and team support.

Qualifications

• No diploma required.
• No prior manufacturing experience required.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire spooling machines to keep production running.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality products every shift.
• Load, thread, and manage wire spools with equipment and safety procedures.
• Package finished product and move materials using a forklift.
• Track production and inventory using a computer system.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work closely with your team to meet daily goals.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Detail oriented

Willing to learn

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description: Looking for a

Job Description: Looking for a stable, hands‑on job with a consistent schedule and long weekends? At ESAB, we’re hiring Machine Operators / Wire Spoolers to join our team in Traverse City.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build skills, earn steady income, and be part of a company that supports industries worldwide.

What Sets This Job Apart

• $19/hour + $1.50 shift premium
• 4-Day Work Week (Monday–Thursday) Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week
• Paid Training – No experience required
• Global, stable employer (ESAB)
• Hands‑on work—stay active, not behind a desk

What You’ll Do

• Operate wire spooling machines to keep production running
• Ensure consistent, high-quality products every shift
• Load, thread, and manage wire spools (with equipment and safety procedures)
• Package finished product and move materials using a fork truck
• Track production and inventory using a computer system
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Work closely with your team to meet daily goals

Why People in Traverse City Choose ESAB

• Predictable schedule—no rotating shifts
• Long weekends for family, outdoor activities, or a second job
• Skills you can build—not just a job, but a career path
• Strong safety culture and team support
• Fast‑paced work that makes the day go by quickly

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanically inclined or comfortable working with equipment
• Reliable and ready to learn—we train you
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality
• Able to follow instructions and track production info
• Comfortable working on your feet in a manufacturing setting

No diploma required. No prior manufacturing experience required. Just a strong work ethic.