Drawing Operator II

Location

El Paso, TX

Schedule

7:00 pm – 7:00 am

Pay

$25.55 – $26.50 per hour

Job Overview

The Drawing 2 Operator is a medium‑skill role responsible for coordinating, setting up, and operating the drawing machine to draw various sizes of copper wire from feeder stock.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must read, write, and speak English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lb

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the multiwire drawing machine
• Run correct wire sizes and lengths on proper take‑up packages as specified on production orders
• Load and unload sets of bobbins/reels (matched lengths or matched sets)
• Make all pay‑off bobbin/reel changes and take‑up reel changes
• Perform high‑quality hot‑welds and cold‑welds in feeder stock to keep the machine running continuously
• Maintain a layer‑wound package
• Maintain correct daily inventory of WIP tags
• Set up dies correctly and measure wire after each die to ensure desired reduction
• String all wires in proper position to construct take‑up packages
• Monitor, evaluate, and adjust machine controls to produce quality wire at specified speeds
• Check concentration of drawing solution
• Diagnose problems with feeder stock
• Coordinate material handling with lift driver to ensure continuous production
• Measure elongation of each wire on each take‑up package to ensure proper annealing
• Use non‑deformed take‑up and pay‑off packages
• String up dies for wire‑size changeovers and breakouts
• Examine wire to detect potential causes of breakouts
• Make all gear changes, traverse adjustments, and annealer settings
• Weigh each take‑up package prior to recording production
• Work under supervision and maintain communication with supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports
• Place scrap into designated scrap bins

Cross Training

Required to cross‑train on equipment within the identified workgroup. Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of an absence or vacancy. Rotation on a set frequency within the workgroup is required to maintain skill proficiency.

Quality

Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to guide daily quality activities. Perform quality checks as outlined in process procedures for the machine and conduct minor maintenance when necessary. Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed, and immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager.

Safety

Working safely is a condition of employment. Observe Southwire safety rules, maintain good housekeeping, and follow all safety procedures and rules.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Physical activity includes balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking, and sitting. Must be able to work in hot and cold environments typically found in a prefabricated building without climate control.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching & pension plan (eligible for pension after 1,000 hours worked)
• Family and individual insurance packages (health, life, dental, vision)
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Long & short‑term disability supplemental insurance plans
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Advancement & professional growth opportunities
• Parental leave & more