Production Operator

Rea Magnet Wire; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 36,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Rea Magnet Wire in Guilford, CT is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate, set up, test and document the production of Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire. You will follow safety and ISO procedures, maintain clean work areas, and help train new employees to uphold quality standards.

The position offers progression with starting pay at $25.00/hour, $26.00/hour at 90 days, and $26.75/hour at 1 year, plus a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of recent manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of recent Machine Operator experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Produce Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire.
• Follow All Safety and ISO Procedures.
• Ensure Products Meet Required Standards.
• Maintain Clean, Organized Work Areas.
• Comply with PPE and Safety Requirements.
• Train and support new employees by sharing job knowledge and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operator

Safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Forklift certification

Job description

Production Operator

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

• $25.00/hour
• $26.00/hour at 90 days
• $26.75/hour at 1 year

Main Responsibilities

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.

• Produce Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire
• Follow All Safety and ISO Procedures
• Ensure Products Meet Required Standards
• Maintain Clean, Organized Work Areas
• Comply with PPE and Safety Requirements
• Ability to train and support new employees by sharing job knowledge, demonstrating correct procedures, and reinforcing safety and quality standards until they achieve full qualification.

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow production orders and other production documents
• Perform routine preventative machine maintenance
• Select and stage proper supplies and feed stock
• Continuously monitor production
• Maintain optimal efficiency and productivity
• Perform start-up and periodic quality testing
• Maintain safe machine operationMaintain production records
• Safely load and unload raw materials
• Maintain high level of maintenance

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

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$25.00 - $26.75 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

• Monday through Friday
• 2nd Shift (3:30 pm to 11:30 pm)
• 8-Hour Shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of recent manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of recent Machine Operator experience.
• 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

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently uses hoist to push/pull reels weighing up to 3,200lbs
• Frequent standing, walking and bending
• Frequent use of arms below shoulder height; minimal use of arms above shoulder height
• Frequent reading and interpreting test data and visually inspecting wire
• Frequent lifting up to 25lbs
• Work Environment: Work performed in a plant manufacturing environment. Slippery floors due to steel plates. 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