Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Join Our Team as a Production Operator - 2-2-3 Schedule

At Rea Magnet Wire, we don’t just produce magnet wire – we are POWERING WHAT'S NEXT . If you’re experienced in operating safely, quality production, and driving process improvements, we want you on our team! ⚡️

Ready to take the next step?

New Start Pay :

• $22.50 / hour + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule)
• $23.50 at 90 days + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule)
• $24.50 at 1 year + $0.75 schedule premium (just for 2-2-3 schedule)

Main Responsibilities :

Set Up and Operate Machines

Follow Specification for Insulation Wire

Inspect Finished Products and Testing

Maintain Work Area Clean

Comply with PPE and Safety Requirements

Responsible for producing insulated wire, including loading and unloading reels manually; stringing up machines; setting machine and take-up controls for proper operation; ensuring proper chemical flow; troubleshooting machine and quality problems.

Additional Responsibilities :

Inspect product diameter

Set tape overlap and registration

Monitor product packaging

Tag and identify finished products

Utilize material handling equipment

Operate welding and swaging devices

Perform safety inspections

Maintain material supply

Record production data

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Vet / Disability Employer

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $22.50 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule :

2-2-3 Schedule

12-hour shift

Day shift (7 am to 7 pm)

Night shift (7 pm to 7 am)

Overtime

Weekends as needed

Position Specifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Manufacturing Experience : Minimum of 2 years of recent manufacturing experience, with at least 3 years of total related experience

High School Diploma – GED

Knowledge of safety, distribution, and manufacturing best practices

Mechanical and hands-on experience with basic hand tools and measuring devices, verified through work history and references

We are looking for candidates with a strong work ethic, reliability, and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth in a manufacturing setting

Reading and comprehension skills; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to read and interpret process sheets and other production documents

Ability to adjust to changes in equipment / tools and modifications to existing equipment for the purposes of continuous improvement

Ability to operate micrometers and other production testing equipment

Ability to interpret test data and record on documents; basic computer skills

Ability to operate powered production equipment; ability to operate forklifts

Ability to follow safe work practices in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications :

Preference for candidates demonstrating consistent work history

Preference for candidates with warehouse / forklift certification

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

Physical Demands :

Frequent manual pushing / pulling plastic reels up to 300 pounds suspended from a hoist.

Frequent manual rolling and turning plastic reels up to 300 pounds

Frequent standing, walking and bending

Frequent rolling and turning steel reels weighing up to 1,200# on steel plated floor

Frequently reads and interprets instructions and test data and visually inspects wire

Occasional reaching above shoulder level while pulling downward

Occasional use of stairs

Work Environment : Work performed in a manufacturing environment. Floors may be slippery due to steel plating.

Work Location : In person