Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: Production

Responsibility Level: Entry-Level

Report Line: Reports to Plant Supervisor

Location: Conroe, Texas

Overview:

National Wire, a family-owned welded wire manufacturing business since 1995, is one of the largest in the southern United States, committed to exceeding customer expectations in quality and service. Currently seeking a Machine Operator with experience in heavy manufacturing. Responsibilities include setting up, maintaining, and operating machinery to ensure efficient production, filling out hourly reports, inspecting quality mesh, and communicating with supervisors and other team members. Join a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contribution is valued, and professional development opportunities are provided. If you're ready to be part of a team that values quality and innovation, join us at National Wire.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up, maintain, and operate machinery to ensure efficient production.

Fill out hourly reports.

Inspect quality mesh for conformance to requirements.

Communicate with supervisors, production control, quality, and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.

Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly.

Perform basic preventive maintenance functions on equipment.

Adhere to state and federal law, Company Quality Program and procedures, Company policies, and Safety and Environmental Regulations.

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements and Skills:

Minimum of 2 years of experience operating manual machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines.

Ability to operate a forklift.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job.

Adaptability to a changing work environment.

Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra.

Able to lift, carry, pull, and push 50 lbs. unassisted.

Able to squat, stoop, bend at the waist, and turn at the waist to complete functions.

Occasional climbing.

Able to wear required PPE such as steel toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, and hard-hat.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product or operations issues

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits: Dental, health, and vision insurance and paid time off.

National Wire LLC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Company Description

National Wire has been a family-owned and operated welded wire manufacturing business since 1995 and continues to constantly grow its product lines and customer base. We are the largest single locality of welded wire manufacturer in the southern United States of America. We strive to meet our customers’ needs by exceeding every expectation of every aspect of quality and service. Our priority is always continuous customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on high standards of operation and service excellence through technical innovations and improved processes based on ASTM standards.