Machine Operator

Job Description:

We are building our Team of Wire Spoolers & Wire Drawers! The ideal candidates for these positions will first learn the position of wire spooling, then after building their skills, they will learn the art of wire drawing; the process of taking bulk aluminum rod down to premium quality aluminum wire used in the welding process to make everything from bicycles, scooters, and lawn furniture to semi trailers and airplanes!

Position Summary:

This position will primarily operate wire spooling machines and mainly interact with department co-workers. The principle challenge of this position is to sustain high production levels of spooled product. The principle focus of this position is to provide superior quality products. Associates for this position will train on the day shift and move to the night shift after training is complete.

Responsibilities:

• Perform work in a safe manner following all EH&S procedures and reporting EH&S concerns.
• Accountable for production quality including, but not limited to, wire cleanliness, wire cast & pitch, and level layer winding.
• Must read and follow written instructions to ensure customer demands are met and utilize a computer for inventory tracking and traceability.
• Thread-up and operation of Wire Spooling machines. This may include the manipulation of up to 900-pound spools.
• Winding of the aluminum wire onto carrier spools.
• Boxing and packaging of carrier spools. Moving pallets utilizing an industrial fork truck.
• Maintaining a clean and neat work area.
• Support and participate in corporate initiatives that improve overall business performance as needed such as lean, EH&S, etc...

If you are eager to learn, have a great work ethic including reliable transportation and attendance, and want to become part of our winning Team with growth opportunities, we want to hear from you!

Highlights include:

• Competitive starting salary with multiple opportunities for skill-based increases
• Signing bonus
• Core schedule of 4 10-hour shifts per week
• Health, Dental & Optical Insurance on 1st day of employment
• Up to 12 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Time immediately available
• 401(k) - 4% Company Match + Discretionary Company Contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life insurance at 1.5 base salary at no cost
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Working Advantage Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal & Identity Theft Coverage Plans
• Wellness Incentives and many more associate perks

We are holding Open Interview Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at our facility located at 2750 Aero Park Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686, and you can apply now at Careers (esab.com)