Manufacturing Technician – Wiredrawer (No weekends) Up to $26.81/hr in 6 months

Fort Wayne Metals, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one PTO and holiday pay

Voluntary overtime

Weekly pay

Job summary

Fort Wayne Metals is hiring a Manufacturing Technician – Wiredrawer for a Monday–Friday, 3rd shift role in Fort Wayne, IN.

You will operate wire drawing machinery, perform setup, inspection, and light maintenance, and act as a first line inspector to ensure product quality.

Starting pay starts at $22.79/hour and progresses to $26.81/hour within about six months; benefits begin on day one; overtime is voluntary and paid weekly.

Qualifications

• 2 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Hands-on technical experience in mechanical, machine shop, fabrication, quality control/assurance, maintenance, inspection, or engineering may be considered in lieu of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to complete the wire drawing process including setup, stringing, inspection, welding and grinding, and cleanup.
• Troubleshoot wire rejected by inspection and determine root causes; communicate problems and solutions to appropriate personnel.
• Produce wire on assigned machines according to instructions and production orders.
• Act as a first line inspector ensuring product quality.
• Keep work and storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Production data recording

Job description

Manufacturing Technician – Wiredrawer – (No weekends) Up to $26.81/hr in 6 months

Fort Wayne, IN (Ardmore Ave)

Start: $22.79/hr then $26.81/hr within ~6 months

Paid weekly

3rd Shift: 12:00p - 8:00a (Mon-Fri)

Why this role stands out

• No Weekends (consistent Monday through Friday schedule)
• Voluntary overtime only – you control extra hours
• Competitive pay: $22.79/hour + $1.50 shift premium
• Day-one benefits eligibility for PTO and holiday pay
• Stable safety-focused team, low turnover
• Dedicated trainers to help you succeed

What you’ll do

• Operate machinery to complete the wire drawing process including but not limited to setup, stringing, inspection, welding and grinding, and clean up.
• Troubleshoot wire rejected by Inspection; determine the root of problem(s), within knowledge scope of wire drawing, to solve current and future issues (problems may include faulty dies, wire processing, wire supply, etc.); communicate problems, solutions, or suggestions to DSL/DTL or other appropriate personnel.
• Produce wire on assigned machines according to DSL/TL’s instructions and production orders.
• Act as a first line inspector, responsible for the quality of the product.
• Keep assigned work and storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

What we’re looking for

• 2 years of manufacturing experience is required. Hands-on technical experience, including but not limited to mechanical, machine shop, fabrication, audio-visual, quality control/assurance, maintenance, inspection, or engineering experience may be considered in lieu of manufacturing.
• Accurately record production data (spool size, wire size, shape of the wire, etc).
• Mechanical Aptitude

Work Environment

• Fast-paced production environment.
• Work hours consist of 40 hours per week.
• Average weights in production range from 1 - 25 lbs.
• Substantial reaching, bending, and pulling during shift.
• Must be able to access all areas of operation, including second floors.
• Standing/walking most of shift.
• Visual Acuity.

Build a career, not just a job

At Fort Wayne Metals, you’ll develop specialized skills with clear growth opportunities and the support to advance.

Notice to Employees and Applicants:

This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; the applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.

Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact [e-mail].