Screening & Stranding Operator — Growth & Benefits

Southwire Company; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking a Screening Operator in Huntersville, NC to manage the safe and efficient operation of the screening line for high and medium voltage cable designs. You will ensure SOP adherence, oversee line changes, and keep production documenting records throughout the shift.

The role requires the ability to lead a small team, operate hand tools including welding and crimping, and drive continuous improvements while maintaining clean, safe working conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating screening/production lines or similar manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain product quality.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over the screening line according to SOPs.
• Verify line components match shop paperwork from planning/engineering.
• Complete required line audits during each run and maintain records.
• Lead and coach helper, and communicate clearly to the team.
• Complete Advaris transactions at start, during, and end of each run.
• Lead DHP/pass down meetings with rotating shifts.
• Operate hand tools including welding and crimping as needed.
• Report maintenance and quality issues to supervisor promptly.
• Sit/stand/move for up to 12 hours per day.
• Collaborate with internal resources on process improvements to drive continuous improvement.
• Report all safety and quality incidents to support zero-incident culture.
• Maintain general housekeeping and organization on the line.

Skills

SOP adherence

Line operation

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Tools

Welding

Crimping

Job description

Southwire Company is seeking a Screening Operator in Huntersville, NC to manage the safe and efficient operation of the screening line for high and medium voltage cable designs. You will ensure SOP adherence, oversee line changes, and keep production documenting records throughout the shift.

The role requires the ability to lead a small team, operate hand tools including welding and crimping, and drive continuous improvements while maintaining clean, safe working conditions.