Machine Operator-Multiple Shifts!

2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm

3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:00am

Rotating 12s Wkdy Days: 5:00a - 5:00p (Mon - Wed / Mon - Th)

Rotating 12s Wkdy Nights: 5:00p - 5:00a (Mon - Wed / Mon - Th)

Rotating 12s Wknd Days: 5:00a - 5:00p (Th - Sun / Fri - Sun)

Rotating 12s Wknd Nights: 5:00p - 5:00a (Th - Sun / Fri - Sun)

*up to $5 per hour shift premium

$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Compensation: Starting pay is $20+/hr (off-shift). Day 1 benefits. Annual and quarterly bonuses. Paid time off and holidays. 401(k) with employer match. Tuition reimbursement. Voluntary insurance. Certified Great Place to Work.

Join a high-performing team that is going for a home run!

Copperweld is the leading supplier of bimetallic wiring products and the only domestic producer of copper-clad steel (“CCS”) and copper-clad aluminum (“CCA”) wire.

Position Description

Copperweld is hiring multiple Machine Operators across different operational levels. Some training may be required on 1st shift before transitioning to off-shift roles.

Machine Operators are responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machinery used in the manufacturing of bimetallic wire products. This position requires working in a safety-critical, heavy industrial environment, following all protocols to ensure the wellbeing of employees and equipment. Operators must meet quality and productivity standards through the efficient, precise, and safe use of equipment in settings that may involve noise, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

WHAT we need you to do.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow machine-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Perform machine setup and maintain continuous machine operation
• Monitor machine settings and record production and scrap
• Conduct and document quality testing
• May operate a forklift (license required)
• Adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards

Essential Physical Requirements

The position requires medium-level exertion, including:

• Standing, walking: Frequent to constant
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (up to 50 lbs.): Frequent *Note: Certain tasks may occasionally require handling weights exceeding 50 lbs. Specific requirements can be discussed with Human Resources.
• Climbing stairs/ladders: Occasional (especially during wire breaks)
• Bending, body rotation, reaching, repetitive motion: Frequent
• Kneeling, crouching, squatting, overhead work: Occasional
• Fine motor skills (e.g., fingering to detect wire defects), effective verbal communication, and visual acuity (all ranges): Frequent to constant

Work Environment

• Exposure to noise (>85 dB), heat (>100°F), cold (<32°F), humidity, confined spaces, forklifts, airborne particles, machinery, chemicals, and high-energy sources
• Use of PPE required, including eye, hearing, hand, arm, leg, and foot protection
• Shift flexibility and possible overtime (more than 40 hours/week)

WHAT you need to possess.

• Adherence to Copperweld Core Values
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred
• Willingness to train and work across shifts
• Strong team and interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems (manufacturing/quality software)

WHY Copperweld?

• STRONG Business Outlook
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• PAID Time off & 10 Holidays
• 401k matching
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Great Place to Work Certified

Copperweld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Successful candidates will be required to successfully pass drug screening and background checks.