Wire Draw Operator

THIS IS A POSTION THAT WILL TRAIN ON 1ST (7AM-3PM)  THEN MOVE TO 3RD (11 PM-7 AM) SHIFT. TRAINING TAKES APPROXIMATELY 1-3 MONTHS DEPENDING ON HOW QUICKLY EMPLOYEE LEARNS. Pay goes from $19 to $20.50/hr ($1.50 Shift Differential) once moved to 3rd. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Operating wire drawing machines: The wire drawer operates machines to reduce wire from round to rectangular cross-section and improve its physical properties. 

Reading job instructions: The wire drawer reads job instructions that specify size, number of passes, and amount of reduction on each pass of wire through series of wire drawing dies.  

Setting adjustable dies: The wire drawer sets adjustable dies for the first pass by turning setscrews on which divisions are shown.  

Starting and observing the machine: The wire drawer starts the machine and observes operation to ascertain if drawing is proceeding as specified and makes adjustments to obtain required wire tension.  

Stopping the machine: The wire drawer stops the machine when all wire has passed through dies.  

Switching rolls: The wire drawer switches wound roll to feeding position and bare roll to winding position, adjusting die for the next pass, and repeating until wire is drawn to size specified.  

Recording production: The wire drawer records production.  

Examining wire for defects: The wire drawer may examine wire for defects, such as scratches or cracks, using an eye loupe.  

 Requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The role is often associated with precision and consistency, which are essential for producing high-quality wire products. 

Requirements: 

• Entry-level position. 

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred. 

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment 

• Able to wear required PPE (safety glasses, steel-toed boots, etc) 
   

Physical Requirements: 

• Walk and stand continuously. 

• Manipulate, grip, grasp and handle wire weighing 50 or 100lbs  

• Bend, stoop and reach constantly throughout shift. 

• Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.