Stranding Machine Operator

Alan Baird Industries; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Allendale, New Jersey, is looking for a Machine Operator to operate a wire stranding machine and ensure the quality of wire and cable production. Responsibilities include measuring wire sizes, maintaining equipment, and completing necessary documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma, good organizational skills, and the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay starts at $17.00 per hour and benefits include medical insurance, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a micrometer.
• Good documentation practice.
• Understanding of part workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate stranding machines.
• Maintain quality of wire/cable.
• Complete job cards and logs.
• Respool wire/cable.

Skills

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Job description

Overview

Operates an upright stranding machine or Bartell machine to strand wire onto a spool. Supervises the general quality of the wire/cable. Maintains and cleans the machines and area as required.

Responsibilities

• Measures wire/cable for size using micrometers.
• Clears area of other wire materials. Completes job cards and wire log sheets.
• Sets up the machines by threading wire through machine guides. Secures materials according to job being run.
• Respools wire/cable using respooling machines.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to self-motivate and to problem solve in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must have good documentation practice.
• A proven understanding of part workmanship.
• Ability to read a micrometer and basic computer skills.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, ambient air, fumes or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high; safety equipment is mandatory.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Candidate must be able to perform the physical responsibilities of the job utilizing arms, hands, and fingers to perform complex functions of manufacturing parts and performing other duties of the job; e.g., standing, sitting, walking throughout the facility and stairs, bending, squatting, and kneeling, etc.
• Ability to lift items weighing 10-15 lbs.

Pay

$17.00 per hour

Benefits

• Eligible after 1st day: Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligible After 90-day Probation Period

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Account, Commuter Transportation Management Account
• Vacation time
• Sick time

Eligible After 1 Year Of Service

• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Potential for discretionary bonus

The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, etc.

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