Night Shift Machine Operator - Steel Wire Production

Insteel-Industries-; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Night shift premium

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Insteel Industries seeks a Machine Operator for night shift, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. The role requires basic mechanical understanding, strong safety practices, and the ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment in a heavy manufacturing setting.

You will perform production tasks, quality checks, and documentation while supporting a team. The environment is industrial, with PPE and safety protocols essential to daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic mechanical understanding of equipment and processes.
• Ability to read simple forms and follow written instructions.
• Basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated machinery to facility standards and production specifications.
• Perform operator quality checks according to ASTM standards.
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity.
• Assist in repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required.
• Use computer systems to track and document daily production activity.
• Assist other operators as needed.
• Follow PPE guidelines and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Initiative

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Insteel Industries seeks a Machine Operator for night shift, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. The role requires basic mechanical understanding, strong safety practices, and the ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment in a heavy manufacturing setting.

You will perform production tasks, quality checks, and documentation while supporting a team. The environment is industrial, with PPE and safety protocols essential to daily duties.