Production Operator

Rea Magnet Wire; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Flexible spending account

Employee discount

Job summary

Rea Magnet Wire in Ashland, VA is hiring a Production Operator for a 2-2-3 schedule. You'll operate safely and efficiently, drive process improvements, and handle staging, setup, testing, packaging, documentation, and equipment integrity.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of manufacturing experience with a focus on safety and precision. The role offers full-time hours with a competitive starting pay and schedule premium.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing/warehouse experience; total 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of safety, distribution, and manufacturing best practices.
• High mechanical aptitude with hands-on use of basic hand tools and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Produce Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire safely and efficiently including staging, setup, testing, packaging, documentation, and ensuring equipment integrity.
• Follow Production Orders, ISO Work Instructions, Safe Work Instructions, and other production documents.
• Perform routine preventative machine maintenance.
• Set machines and controls for proper operation and feedstock handling.
• Continuously monitor production to meet specifications and maintain efficiency.
• Maintain production records and safety housekeeping; safely load/unload materials.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Safety awareness

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Measuring devices

Forklift operation (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Production Operator - 2-2-3 Schedule. At Rea Magnet Wire, we don’t just produce magnet wire – we are POWERING WHAT'S NEXT. If you’re experienced in operating safely, quality production, and driving process improvements, we want you on our team! Ready to take the next step?

New Start Pay

• $23.00/hour + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule nights)
• $23.50/hour at 90 days + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule nights)
• $24.00/hour at 1 year + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule nights)

Main Responsibility

Responsible for all aspects of producing Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire safely and efficiently including staging, set up, testing, packaging, documentation, and the integrity of the equipment and infrastructure used in the process.

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow Production Orders, ISO Work Instructions, Safe Work Instructions, and other production documents.
• Perform routine preventative machine maintenance.
• Select and stage proper supplies and feedstock; string up machines; set machines and controls for proper operation.
• Continuously monitor production to ensure the product meets specifications.
• Maintain optimal efficiency and productivity and minimal scrap.
• Perform start-up and periodic quality testing.
• Maintain safe machine operation.
• Maintain production records.
• Safely load and unload raw materials and finished goods.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping and maintenance throughout the facility.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Vet/Disability Employer

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Vet/Disability Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 2-2-3 Schedule
• 12-hour shift
• Day shift (7 am to 7 pm)
• Night shift (7 pm to 7 am)
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of recent manufacturing/warehouse experience and a total of 5 years of related experience in total.
• Knowledge of safety, distribution, and manufacturing best practices.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with basic hand tools and measuring devices, verified through work history and references.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for candidates demonstrating recent, consistent work history.
• Preference for candidates with a strong work ethic, reliability, and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth in a manufacturing setting.
• Forklift certification is preferred.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Physical Demands: While performing duties of job, incumbent frequently required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; reach above and below chest level; use hands to finger; handle or feel objects; tools or controls; reach with arms; talk and hear. Employees must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be exposed to chemical, non-toxic fumes, or dust. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Work Environment: Incumbent will occasionally be exposed to Cold Temperatures <65 degrees and Heat >80 degrees. The environment is well lit; the noise level is often minimal, but incumbent may be exposed to higher than 85 decibels.

Work Location: In person