Wire Rope Assembler and Fabricator

CERTEX USA; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Profit sharing

Uniforms provided

Boot allowance

Vacation and sick leave

Holidays and 401k

Job summary

CERTEX USA in Odessa, Texas is hiring a detail-oriented Wire Rope Assembler to fabricate, inspect, and assemble rope products to meet strict customer specs. You will read drawings, select the right equipment, splice rope, and fabricate slings, while operating swage and testing machines.

Maintain safety, inventory records, and assist with shipping duties as needed. The role requires dexterity, strong math skills, and the ability to work in a team in a warehouse setting, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication or assembly of rope products preferred.
• Must read blueprints and measurements accurately.
• Ability to operate shop equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, blueprints, and capacity tables.
• Calculate cut lengths and assembly requirements.
• Splice rope and fabricate chain slings.
• Operate swaging and proof testing equipment.
• Manage labeling, inventory records, and shipping duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety rules.

Skills

Math and reading proficiency

Tape measure/digital micrometer

Time management

Team player

18+ age

Tools

Cutting machines

Swaging machines

Crimping tools

Winches

Job description

Job Description: CERTEX USA is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Wire Rope Assembler to join our team in Add Location, responsible for fabricating, inspecting, and assembling various rope products to meet high-quality standards and customer specifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Assembler/Fabricators accurately identify different diameters, constructions, and best possible applications for an array of products that are utilized in industries like construction, energy, mining, crane operation, space and aeronautical, deep‑sea recovery and rescue. Items assembled may be constructed with wire, chain or synthetic material.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, interpret drawings, blueprints, and capacity tables.
• Understand codes and specifications as outlined on order tickets.
• Calculate wire rope cut lengths, fitting requirements and identify the appropriate equipment to produce all varieties of wire or synthetic rope and chain assemblies.
• Splice wire rope and fabricate chain slings.
• Operate industrial swaging machines, proof testing machines, and forklifts.
• Attach proper tags and labels to products.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Report defective or substandard material supplies or product.
• Handle shipping and receiving of goods.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, equipment, and tools, and follow all safety guidelines.
• Assist with deliveries when required.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with industrial tools such as cutting machines, swagers, crimping tools, and winches.
• Proficient in math and reading.
• Time‑management skills.
• Accurate reading of a tape measure or digital micrometer.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Persistent, energetic, and reliable.

Other Requirements

• Pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal background check.
• Provide valid documentation in accordance with I‑9.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Be willing to travel to various work sites or attend training as required.
• Work overtime, nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures and comply with the company’s “Stop Work” policy.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as directed.
• Willing to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers and supervisors with other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Prior experience in construction, equipment, or oil industry preferred.
• Proficient in math and reading.
• Time‑management skills.
• Accurate reading of a tape measure or digital micrometer.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Persistent, energetic, and reliable.

Working Conditions, Hours, Travel

• This job operates in a warehouse environment.
• Full‑time position with standard work hours Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Minimal travel is expected; may be required to travel for training.

Physical Requirements

• Requires substantial physical effort and stamina for mechanical tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs routinely.
• Clear vision with or without corrective lenses; precise hand‑eye coordination for cutting, splicing, and attaching fittings.
• Use core and lower back muscles to support the body for extended periods.
• Perform bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects and repeated movements of shoulders, fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Control fine motor skills to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Stand for extended periods, walk, bend, and stand during shifts.
• Frequent bending or crouching to work on machinery or fit wire ropes.
• May be exposed to extreme heat or cold in warehouse or outdoor conditions.
• Must hear warnings or communicate effectively over industrial sounds.
• May encounter grease or metal dust.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range $18.00 – $22.00
• Retention Bonus
• Monthly Profit‑Sharing Opportunity
• Uniforms Provided
• Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• 401k with 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Long and Short‑Term Disability, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, Accident and Pet Insurance

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

E‑Verify

CERTEX USA, LLC, is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. CERTEX utilizes E‑Verify.