Machine Operator - Weekends Nights

Insteel Industries, Inc; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Insteel Industries in Mount Airy, NC, is seeking a Machine Operator to operate designated machinery, perform quality checks, and handle basic maintenance while maintaining safety and teamwork.

This role trains on 2-2-3 shift rotations, offers competitive pay, benefits, PTO, and opportunities for growth in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions.
• Knows and understands basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
• Understands basic mathematical principles and has the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.

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 guidelines and safety standards.
• Work effectively within a team environment.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Mathematical basics

Read and follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About You

The person we are looking for has a strong foundation in mechanical and analytical skills. A person with great judgment, initiative, and the ability to deal with complex machinery. The ideal candidate has experience working with and on machinery.

Machine Operator

Position Snapshot

A machine operator is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair simple mechanical problems like stalls or jams. Workers hired into this position will be trained to eventually operate various machines and learn processes related to manufacturing steel wire products. To be successful in this role you will:

• 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 adhering to strict PPE guidelines and learning safety standards for the facility and equipment
• Work effectively within a team environment

Requirements and Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions
• Knows and understands basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles
• Understands basic mathematical principles and has the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals

For your hard work, you receive

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus eligibility based on facility performance
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Normal work hours

• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights from 7pm to 7am
• Will work 36 hours, but be paid for 40 hours as long as all scheduled hours are worked
• Training will occur on 2-2-3-day shift rotations from 7am - 7pm

For your hard work, you receive

• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.