Wire Winder (Rigid) - Off Shift

About the Role

Responsible for operating the wire wind machines, ensuring efficient production and quality output.

Responsibilities

• Set up and rethread wire winders.
• Understand and apply color coding for material identification.
• Identify raw materials and familiarize with raw material numbers.
• Adjust settings on counters for efficient bobbin footage.
• Ensure correct wire construction for hoses being braided.
• Set traverse and operate wire stripper.
• Operate all wire winders proficiently.
• Identify and eliminate known defects in product.
• Document good and non-conforming product.
• Complete required paperwork daily.
• Train new employees as needed.
• Pull catenaries and detect/report problem areas or unusual conditions to the Value Stream Team Lead.
• Perform related and other duties assigned by the Value Stream Team Lead.

Department-Specific Functions

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures to eliminate health and environmental risks.
• Notify leadership of unsafe conditions, unlawful activities, or risks.
• Report all safety and/or environmental incidents immediately.
• Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating equipment efficiently.
• Maintain production schedules.
• Participate in peer-based teams (e.g., Natural High Performance Teams) and workgroups to implement programs like Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Production work experience preferred but not required.

Skills

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools.
• Sound decision-making skills.
• Good math, reading, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Mental and visual acuity for producing quality product.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office package).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Physical Conditions

Work involves frequent standing, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Occasional climbing, carrying, stooping, kneeling, and lifting overhead may be required. The following physical demands apply:

• Lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs frequently.
• Standing/walking for 67-100% of the workday.
• Sitting for 1-33% of the workday.
• No lifting above shoulders.

Working Conditions

• Required PPE: Safety glasses, hearing protection, ANSI Z41 Safety Shoes, Kevlar gloves.
• Standing for extended periods.
• High degree of manual dexterity, potentially under restrictive conditions.
• Flexible hours and short notice for overtime may be required.

Assessment

• Employee must pass pre-employment screening.
• Subject to drug testing as a condition of employment (drug-free workplace).