Machine Operators (Bulk Technician)

Vermillion Incorporated; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO from day one

401(k) with match

FSA/HSA

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vermillion Incorporated in Wichita, KS is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator (Bulk Technician) to set up, operate, and adjust a variety of production machines on the floor. You will spool, sleeving, and prepare material for next steps, following safety and quality standards to ensure high-quality cables and shielding.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read drawings or work orders, and dependable attendance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and work orders.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate, and adjust machines as required.
• Bulk re-spool product/wire to specified spools and prep for next step.
• Sleeving bulk material through sleeving equipment for jacketed product.
• Tape miscellaneous widths of tape by machine or hand.
• Learn to operate 1–3 machines (Wardwell, Butt braider, cabler, extruder).
• Perform duties per Vermillion Quality & Safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized workbench.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Reading drawings/work orders

Multi-tasking

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Wardwell braider

Butt braider

Cabler

Extruder

Job description

Machine Operators (Bulk Technician)

About us

Established in 1965, Vermillion, Inc. is an award-winning and recession-proof designer and manufacturer of custom-made cables and shielding built for general aviation, aerospace, and defense applications. Our employees enjoy a small company atmosphere with Big-company Benefits, Including Health/vision/dental Insurance, FSA/HSA, PTO, education and tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k. Our culture centers around collaboration and the individual contributions brought to the table daily by everyone on our team.

We are growing grow*with*us!

About you

You enjoy hands-on work and take pride in producing high-quality products. You're naturally detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn new skills in a manufacturing environment. Working with machinery and tools interests you, and you're comfortable following safety and quality standards to ensure the best results. Whether it's operating machines, working with materials, or learning new processes, you're always looking to improve and contribute to the team's success.

About the role

The Machine Operators (or bulk technician) works on the production floor, setting up, operating and adjusting a variety of machines. Your spooling wiring or sleeving it with a protective jacket.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate, and adjust machines as required to complete duties
• Bulk Re-Spool Spool product/wire to specified spools and clean shielded/jacketed material in preparation for next operation; prepare bulk product for inventory or final inspection
• Sleeving Pull bulk material through sleeving or protective jacketing by using air nozzles and bullets to expand sleeving for application
• Tape Install miscellaneous types/widths of tape by machine or by hand to meet specified requirements
• Learn the requirements to operate one (1) to three (3) machines (Wardwell braider, Butt braider, cabler, extruder, etc)
• Perform all duties in accordance with Vermillion Quality Management System and Safety standards, using situation-appropriate tools and protective equipment
• Develop an understanding of the principles of continuity and operation of test equipment
• Maintain a pristine and organized workbench
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and understand drawings and work orders
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to list 30 pounds
• General knowledge of machine operation
• Ability to assemble products according to verbal or written instructions, or by following drawings/diagrams
• This position requires the employee to have clear vision at 20 inches or less and clear vision at 20 feet or less (with or without the use of personal corrective eyewear) in addition to color vision in order to identify and distinguish colors.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance
• PTO accrual from day one
• 401(k) with match after 1 year
• FSA and HSA accounts
• Tuition and Education reimbursement (after 1 year)

Shift

• 7 AM to 3:30 PM
• Potential for occasional overtime
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are required

Vermillion, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affluent Action employer. We expect to fill job vacancies with the most qualified candidate. No person will be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, disability, military status, veteran status or ancestry.