Wire Rope Assembler and Fabricator
CERTEX USA is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Wire Rope Assembler to join our team, responsible for fabricating, inspecting, and assembling various rope products to meet high-quality standards and customer specifications.
About the role
Assembler/Fabricators accurately identify different diameters, constructions, and best possible applications for an array of products utilized in industries like construction, energy, mining, crane operation, space and aeronautical, deep-sea recovery, and rescue. Items assembled may be constructed with wire, chain, or synthetic material.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret drawings and blueprints, and capacity tables
- Understand codes and specifications as outlined on order tickets
- Calculate wire rope cut lengths, fitting requirements, and identify the appropriate equipment to produce all varieties of wire or synthetic rope and chain assemblies
- Splicing wire rope and fabricating chain slings
- Understand and operate industrial swaging machines, proof testing machines, and forklifts
- Attach proper tags and labels to products
- Maintain inventory records
- Report defective or substandard material supplies or product
- Shipping and receiving of goods
- Maintain work area, equipment, and tools in a clean and organized manner, and follow all Safety Guidelines
- May be required to assist with deliveries when needed
Requirements
- Familiarity with industrial tools like cutting machines, swagers, crimping tools, and winches is preferred
- Proficient at math and reading
- Able to manage your time effectively
- Able to accurately read a tape measure or digital micrometer
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be persistent, energetic, and reliable
- Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and criminal background check
- Able to provide valid documentation to prove citizenship in accordance with I-9 document
- Display a professional and courteous attitude
- Report to work at the designated start time
- Willing to travel to various work sites or training as required
- Willing to work overtime, nights, and weekends when necessary
- Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures and comply with the Company’s “Stop Work” policy
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as directed
- Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and Supervisor with other duties as required
Qualifications
- Prior experience in the construction, equipment, or oil industry is preferred
- Proficient at math and reading
- Able to manage your time effectively
- Able to accurately read a tape measure or digital micrometer
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be persistent, energetic, and reliable
Working Conditions
This job operates in a warehouse environment. Minimal travel is expected for this position, primarily for training.
Physical Requirements
- The nature of work involves considerable physical effort and stamina to perform mechanical tasks
- Able to lift up to 75 lbs. routinely during daily operations
- Clear vision (with or without corrective lenses) is required; precise hand-eye coordination is essential for cutting, splicing, and attaching fittings
- Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without fatigue
- Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out; use multiple muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects; and make fast, repeated movements of shoulders, fingers, hands, and wrists
- Good control of fine motor skills to ensure accuracy and safety of assemblies
- Stand for extended periods, walk, bend, and stand during shifts
- Frequent bending or crouching to work on machinery or fit wire ropes into place
- Exposure to extreme heat or cold in warehouse or outdoor conditions in construction or rigging environments
- Able to hear warnings or communicate effectively over industrial sounds
- May encounter grease or metal dust
Pay
Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits
- Retention Bonus
- Monthly Profit-Sharing Opportunity
- Uniforms Provided
- Steel Toe Boot Allowance
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
- 401k with 401k Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Long and Short-Term Disability, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, Accident, and Pet Insurance
Schedule
This is a full-time position with standard work hours of Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.