Packaging Operator: Night Shift Premium & Full Benefits

Sequel Wire; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with company match

Company paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Referral Program

Quarterly Incentive Bonus

Job summary

Sequel Wire and Cable in Argos, IN is seeking a Packaging Operator to safely package and prepare finished wire and cable products for shipment. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will ensure quality, maintain records, and support continuous improvement in a 24/7 production setting.

The role requires reading work orders, operating packaging equipment, and moving materials with forklifts. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with a $1.50 shift premium for night shifts and higher rates for experienced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in packaging, manufacturing, or warehouse preferred; wire and cable a plus.
• Ability to read and follow work orders.
• Forklift and overhead crane training provided.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and overtime.
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Package finished wire and cable products per specs and customer requirements.
• Operate packaging equipment, stretch wrappers, banding machines, and related tools.
• Verify product IDs, reel sizes, lengths, labels, and packaging requirements.
• Inspect finished products for quality and labeling accuracy.
• Apply labels, tags, and shipping documentation correctly.
• Move reels using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Record weights, measurements, and production data as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety regulations.
• Support production and other departments as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement for safety, quality and productivity.
• Read SOPs and work orders; operate forklifts to move materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Computers

Forklift

Overhead cranes

Evenings/weekends/overtime

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sequel Wire and Cable in Argos, IN is seeking a Packaging Operator to safely package and prepare finished wire and cable products for shipment. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will ensure quality, maintain records, and support continuous improvement in a 24/7 production setting.

The role requires reading work orders, operating packaging equipment, and moving materials with forklifts. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with a $1.50 shift premium for night shifts and higher rates for experienced