Production Associate

Superior Essex Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Essex Inc. in Franklin, TN is seeking a Magnet Wire Producer to operate enamel ovens and support the manufacturing of aluminum and copper magnet wire. You will manage setup, run the drawing machinery, and ensure quality while entering data into Windows-based systems.

Requirements include two years of manufacturing experience (metals casting preferred) and a high school diploma or GED. Must be able to lift 45 lbs and work with protective equipment; familiarity with office software is a

Qualifications

• Two years manufacturing experience, with metals casting exposure.
• Ability to operate enameling controls and adjust settings.
• Proficient in basic computer data entry and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operates enamel ovens and supports equipment for production.
• Performs setup using changeover lists and checks water levels.
• Operates wire draw machines and ensures proper wire alignment.
• Documents basket welds, logs data, and maintains paperwork.
• Handles start-up, lubrication checks, and housekeeping duties.
• Identifies process issues and assists with corrective actions.
• Operates forklifts and cranes as needed.

Skills

Oven operation

Wire drawing

Equipment setup

MS Office / data entry

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wire draw machines

Forklift operation

Cranes

Job description

Position Overview

The Magnet Wire Producer performs functions necessary for the continuous operation of enamel oven(s), within the approved green zone of quality specs. This position will handle several functions in the manufacturing process of producing aluminum and copper magnet wire.

Position Overview

The Magnet Wire Producer performs functions necessary for the continuous operation of enamel oven(s), within the approved green zone of quality specs. This position will handle several functions in the manufacturing process of producing aluminum and copper magnet wire.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operates the enamel oven, supports equipment, prepares necessary paperwork for shipment and maintains required supplies
• Provides proper oven set up by using the changeover/setup list
• Checks the Quench water level and keeps it clean
• Operates the wire draw machines for all functions necessary to ensure proper alignment of wire throughout the process
• Completes basket welds, enters data into computer and documents basket weld breaks
• Responsible for performing all team operations including start up, verifying lube, troubleshooting for bead and undersize wire, bare wire diameter and sponge change, completion of all forms and paperwork, and housekeeping duties
• Identifies problems in production process and complete corrective action
• Routinely operates powered industrial equipment including forklifts and cranes

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

• Two (2) years manufacturing experience, with experience in metals casting

License(s) and/or Certification(s) Required

• n/a

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to operate a series of controls to regulate the enameling process
• Ability to lift and handle 45 pounds, and pull wire with 45 lbs. of copper bar to start-up
• Repetitive movements during the setup process require ability to wear and function in protective equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements

• Computer input of required information into Windows Microsoft office system