Spooling Operator

About the role

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize partial bobbins returned from machines, combining partial bobbins into full bobbins.
• Load wire bobbins into let-off stands using a mechanical hoist as staged by the Wire Clerk.
• Load empty bobbin in the spooler take-up.
• Thread wire through guides and tension rollers and fasten to bobbin in take-up.
• Weld leading end of new supply to trailing end of wound wire when required.
• Engage spooler and observe operation to ensure proper winding and prevent tangles.
• Make adjustments as required to ensure proper tension and uniformity of winding.
• Remove full bobbins from take-up and stage in trays or proper storage area and attach proper tags.
• Record all production and maintain a running total of wire spooled for special orders.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by disposing of all scrap and debris in proper containers.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Responsible for his/her own safety and the safety of those around the machine.
• Regular attendance, punctuality and the ability to work scheduled shifts including overtime when necessary.
• Responsible for removing scrap wire from bobbins to return to wire mill and to complete daily duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or ability to demonstrate basic literacy and math proficiency through education, experience, or assessment.
• Willingness and ability to learn how to operate precision measuring instruments, including micrometers.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 12‑hour shifts.
• Ability to use JDE TranCollector scan guns to issue and return material from a work order, record production and print production tags.
• Ability to use and read tape measure, feeler gauge, and basic hand tools.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to safely handle materials and equipment as needed, following proper lifting techniques and workplace safety guidelines.
• Occasional bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods may be required.
• Materials and equipment directly used: respooling machine, wire cutters, welder, micrometer, wrenches, mechanical hoist; personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel‑toed safety shoes.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a post‑offer background check.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post‑offer drug screen and physical.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Benefits

• Wages plus bonus program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
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