Production Operator- Night Shift

WireCo WorldGroup; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 23,423 - 33,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

100% company-paid life insurance

100% company-paid disability insurance

Job summary

WireCo WorldGroup in Sedalia, Missouri, is seeking a Production Operator responsible for setting up and operating production machines. The role includes lifting, machine adjustments, and ensuring product quality. Required qualifications include fluency in English, basic math skills, and the ability to work in varying temperatures. Competitive wages of $20.61/hour with additional incentives after a probationary period. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and capable of standing for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors for 10-12 hour shifts.
• Ability to push/pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machines.
• Make adjustments for quality specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Record production data and manage orders.

Skills

Fluent in English

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Use of measuring devices

Ability to stand/walk on concrete

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Work in extreme environmental conditions

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Overview

WireCo is the strength behind the world's evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

WireCo offers a competitive wage, incentive programs, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits offerings for employees and their families. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com.

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Job Description

The Production Operator is responsible for setting up, loading and operating production machines, and making necessary adjustments to ensure the quality of the product meets required specifications. The Production Operator may work in one of three areas – Spooling, Stranding or Closing – and is responsible for their own safety and the safety of those around the machines. The Production Operator works under the direct supervision of a Production Supervisor and the technical oversight of the Process Engineering and Quality department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Record set-up information at the start of each order.
• Remove empty bobbins from the previously completed order and load full bundles of wire or bobbins using appropriate lifting devices.
• Weld or knot new wire supply to the trailing end of the previous order (if applicable).
• Thread machine by pulling wire or strands through guides, tension rollers, and/or stranding or pre-forming heads.
• Secure, install and adjust the proper dies, stranding/pre-forming head, crushing rollers, post-former and carboloy rings as required by the order.
• Set the proper lay according to order specifications.
• Adjust tension and die pressure at the beginning of the order and as required throughout the entire order.
• Start lube pump as required by the order.
• Inspect and replace tensioning devices as needed.
• Inspect the set-change, including cutting a strand for helix-height measurement before requesting approval from the production supervisor.
• Properly tag product, stage in proper storage area, and record all production.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Monthly Incentives – opportunity to earn after probationary training period.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Compensation

• $20.61/hr
• $1.50 shift differential

Monthly Incentive Payments based on meeting operational metrics after 90-day probationary period is complete.

Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5p-5a
• Thursday, Friday 7p-5a

May need to train on our Day Shift for 3-4 weeks (M-TH 5am-3pm), or Weekend Shift (F-Su 5am-5pm).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Fluent in English
• Basic computer skills
• Possess math skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to learn to use and read micrometers, tape measures, feeler gauges, and basic hand tools
• Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors for 10-12-hour shifts
• Must be able to push/pull, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions with temperatures ranging from 40-100+ degrees Fahrenheit

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Previous manufacturing experience that includes the use of measuring devices and basic math and mechanical skills

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• A applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment. A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability