Copper Wire Drawing Operator II – Night Shift | Manufacturing

Our client is seeking a Drawing Operator II to be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring a multiwire drawing machine used to draw various sizes of copper wire from feeder stock. This is a medium‑skill industrial operator role that requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a physical manufacturing environment.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Work Schedule: 7:00PM–7:00AM

Requirements:

• Perform pay‑off and take‑up reel changes.
• Weigh each take‑up package and record production accurately.
• Run correct wire sizes and lengths on the proper take‑up package.
• Maintain proper layer‑wound packages and accurate WIP tag inventory.
• Check drawing solution concentration and identify feeder stock issues.
• Measure elongation and verify proper annealing on each take‑up package.
• Place scrap in designated bins and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Set up and operate a multiwire drawing machine according to production orders.
• Load and unload bobbins/reels, including matched sets and matched lengths.
• Make high‑quality hot‑welds and cold‑welds to maintain continuous operation.
• Complete die set‑ups and measure wire after each die to ensure correct reduction.
• String wires in proper positions to produce a correctly constructed take‑up package.
• Coordinate material handling with lift drivers to maintain continuous production.
• Perform gear changes, traverse adjustments, and annealer settings as required.
• Follow verbal instructions and maintain communication with supervisors and peers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and adjust machine controls to maintain quality and production speed.

Qualifications/Must-Haves:

• Reliable attendance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work safely and follow instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 45 lbs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English (Spanish bilingual is a plus)

Quality & Safety:

• Report quality issues immediately.
• Follow ISO Quality System procedures for all daily activities.
• Perform required quality checks and minor maintenance.
• Do not release product until all quality checks are passed.
• Follow all safety rules and maintain a clean work area.

Cross‑Training:

• Train on additional equipment within the workgroup.
• Fill in for more complex roles when trained and needed.
• Rotate positions as required to maintain skill proficiency.

Physical & Environmental Conditions:

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Work in hot and cold environments typical of a non‑climate‑controlled industrial facility.

Benefits & Perks:

• Parental Leave
• Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Short‑and Long‑Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• 401(k) with company match and pension plan (eligible after 1,000 hours)