Wire Line Machine Operator

Automation Displays; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing / 401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Paid time off - 3 weeks

Free coffee

Annual awards

Clean and quiet environment

Job summary

Automation Displays, Inc. is seeking a Wire Line Machine Operator to join our Production team in Eau Claire, WI. You will set up, operate, and maintain wire processing equipment, read work orders and drawings, and ensure products meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with Engineering and Quality to sustain productivity and continuous improvement. Regular day shift, Monday–Friday, with 5S workplace focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, machine operation, or assembly preferred.
• Experience with automated/semi-automated equipment preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions, BOMs, and production docs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor wire processing equipment.
• Read work orders, drawings, and BOMs to determine processing needs.
• Verify setup, materials, tooling, and program requirements before production.
• Process wire and cable assemblies per specs and work instructions.
• Perform wire prep activities and quality inspections.
• Use measuring devices and inspection tools to ensure quality.
• Maintain production records and documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams.
• Support 5S, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Reading & interpreting docs

Quality focus

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measuring instruments

Inspection tools

Job description

Automation Displays, Inc. is growing and looking to hire dynamic team members!

Position: Wire Line Machine Operator

Department: Production

Schedule: M-F from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Position Summary

The Wire Line Machine Operator is responsible for operating
setting up, and maintaining automated and semi-automated wire processing equipment used in the preparation of wire and cable assemblies for manufacturing operations. This position ensures wire products are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and production schedules.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor wire processing equipment including wire cutting, stripping, labeling, crimping, and termination equipment.

• Read and interpret work orders, engineering drawings, bills of material, and production documentation to determine processing requirements.

• Verify machine setup, materials, tooling, and program requirements prior to production.

• Process wire and cable assemblies in accordance with engineering specifications and work instructions.

• Perform wire cutting, stripping, labeling, crimping, bundling, and other wire preparation activities.

• Inspect processed wire and cable assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.

• Utilize measuring devices, testing equipment, and inspection tools to verify accuracy and product quality.

• Monitor machine performance and make routine adjustments to maintain quality and productivity standards.

• Identify and report quality concerns, equipment malfunctions, material discrepancies, or safety issues to leadership.

• Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting on wire processing equipment.

• Accurately complete production documentation, labor reporting, and quality records.

• Maintain production output levels in accordance with established productivity standards and production schedules.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve production and quality issues.

• Support inventory accuracy and proper material handling practices.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment consistent with 5S principles.

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

• Participate in cross-training activities to support operational flexibility.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or assembly experience preferred.

• Experience operating automated or semi-automated manufacturing equipment preferred.

• Experience in industrial manufacturing, automation, electrical assembly, or engineered-to-order environments preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, bills of material, and production documentation required.

• Basic understanding of electrical components, wire types, and wire processing equipment preferred.

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred.

About The Team:

We have Musicians, Movie Buffs, Sports Players, Runners, Video Game Heroes, Road Bikers, Mountain Bikers, Skiers / Boarders, and every other variety of people. We have Family people, Single people, and Happy people. You will find a friend here and we hope you bring along a friend too!

Benefits:

• Profit sharing gift /401(k)

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

• Paid time off - 3 weeks start accruing day one

• Free coffee and Filtered Water

• Annual Awards and Celebrations

• Clean and Quiet Environment! And More!