Assembly and Retractile - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Location: Osceola, WI | Full-Time Non-exempt | Department: Assemblies

About the role

Join Northwire in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment where enthusiasm and attention to detail are key. As an Assembler and Retractile Operator, you will produce quality customized assemblies and retractiles according to customer specifications while operating all workstations within the cell. This role emphasizes a commitment to safety, quality, performance, and delivery standards.

Responsibilities

• Print and follow setups and procedures for assemblies and retractiles.
• Perform all processes of making retractile cords (e.g., wind, demand reling, oven, dewinding, trim, and package).
• With the aid of equipment, manipulate and transfer reels of material weighing upwards of 200 pounds.
• Maintain electronic labor entries of work orders.
• Monitor production schedules, interpret, and follow the schedule per provided documentation.
• Perform all processes of making assemblies (e.g., cable prep, wiring harnesses, cut-to-length hanked-up jobs, and assemble connectors per job specification).
• Solder assemblies and/or connectors.
• Perform injection molding.
• Interpret CAD drawings.
• Perform quality measures and testing as required to ensure conformance to job specifications.
• Submit and discuss maintenance orders as needed to maintain safe and efficient equipment.
• Proactively ensure a safe working environment for team members and guests.
• Live and model the Vision, Mission, Quality, and Safety Policies.
• Create a culture of performance through continual improvement in Safety, Quality, Innovation, and company growth targets.
• Support the delivery of high-quality products and services that exceed customer expectations.
• Abide by the Code of Ethics for Professional Conduct, utilizing appropriate professional and respectful behavior in all situations while maintaining confidentiality.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent education and experience).
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred (e.g., ability to work with power tools).
• Experience with manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Stand and walk for 8 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to do repetitive hand work with frequent handling, using fingers to feel, and wrists to twist and turn.
• Ability and agility to work with both hands.
• English Proficiency Level: B2 (Upper Intermediate) – ability to read and write.

Skills

• Problem-solving.
• Analytical ability (Root Cause).
• Interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Dexterity.
• Ability to operate power hand tools and use precision measuring equipment.
• Basic math.
• Teamwork oriented.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility with cement flooring and anti-fatigue matting in locations around equipment.
• Air-conditioned facility with controlled airflow.
• PPE required: safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.

Schedule

8-hour shift with the opportunity to work overtime. Travel may be expected for this position.