Production Operator

OESL-Automotive; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

OESL-Automotive in Wisconsin is seeking a Braiding Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will handle tubes, operate braiding equipment, and ensure quality through inspection.

This role supports safety, efficiency, and reliability on hose production lines. Training is provided; shifts rotate 1st, 2nd, or 3rd based on seniority per union contract. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Shift: 1st/2nd/3rd shift based on seniority per union contract.
• Relocation: Relocation benefits would not be offered for this job opening.
• Work authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and we will not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Procure drums of tubes following FIFO; position on A-frame and feed into the machine.
• Operate braiding equipment applying yarn reinforcement over a rubber friction layer to tubing as per spec.
• Inspect braid visually and perform required quality checks using calipers and wrap gauge.
• Adjust braider settings to maintain quality of braided product.
• Perform braider changeovers to ensure braided product is manufactured to specification.
• Mark defects with tape to identify defective portions for downstream removal.
• Collect spent yarn, cobs, and waste into appropriate containers.
• Print braided product travel tags.
• Stage drums of braided product in designated areas at cover operations.
• Perform end of shift duties and report defective product in required systems.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We develop and manufacture solutions that sit at the core of passenger and commercial vehicle systems. Rooted in decades of automotive expertise, our solutions enhance safety, performance, efficiency and driver comfort.

About Us

JOB DESCRIPTION

We develop and manufacture solutions that sit at the core of passenger and commercial vehicle systems. Rooted in decades of automotive expertise, our solutions enhance safety, performance, efficiency and driver comfort.

Originating from Continental’s former Original Equipment Solutions business area, we combine proven engineering and manufacturing capabilities with a forward-looking mindset and a strong global footprint to create lasting value for customers and partners worldwide.

Our core business includes solutions for thermal management, emission reduction, sealing and anti-vibration applications. Across all drivetrain technologies, these solutions support critical vehicle functions and deliver reliable performance under demanding conditions. Building on our engineering, multi-material and manufacturing expertise, we are also expanding into selected industrial applications and further strengthening our compound engineering capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Procure drum of tubes following FIFO process, position on A-frame, feed tube into machine,
• Operate braiding equipment applying yarn re-enforcement over rubber friction (specification dependent) layer over the tube according to hose specification,
• Inspect braid visually, perform required quality checks using calipers and wrap gauge and record on appropriate forms,
• Adjust braider settings as needed to maintain quality of braided product,
• Perform braider changeover as required assuring braided product is manufactured to specification,
• Mark defects with tape to identify defective portion of braided product to assure removal of defective braided product in downstream operations,
• Collect spent yarn, cobs, and empty into appropriate containers,
• Print braided product travel tags,
• Stage drums of braided product in designated staging areas at cover operations,
• Perform end of shift duties, report defective product in required reporting systems,
• Maintains cleanliness of work area,

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience: Previous manufacturing experience is strongly preferred but not required.
• Ability to work 1 st (7am-3pm), 2nd (3pm-11pm), or 3rd (11pm-7am) shift is determined based on seniority per union contract.
• Relocation benefits would not be offered for this job opening.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.