Location: Heflin,AL, USA
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?
Location:Heflin, AL
Shift: 6p-6a
Pay Rate:$24.63- $26.20
Job DescriptionJOB OVERVIEW:The Operator, Drawing 1 is a medium skill role that will coordinate, set up, and operate different drawing machines to draw various sizes of copper wire and aluminum from feeder stock. This individual will be responsible for the following tasks: changing coils, bobbins, stems, and setting up control panel for speed and foot
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalentMust read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plusMust be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of timeMust be able to follow instructionsMust be able to lift up to 45 lbs
PRIMARY JOB TASKS:Make minor adjustments and repairs to machinesSet up control panel for speed and footageDetermine which type of rod to use (single input rod)Being responsible for making the proper string-upsResponsible for completing daily production reportsMust be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reportsPut scrap into the designated scrap binsPerform any other assigned duties
CROSS TRAINING:Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facilityOnce trained in more complex jobs, employee may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancyWill be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency
QUALITY:Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activitiesDo not release products until all quality checks have been passedImmediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager
SAFETY:Working safely is a condition of employmentResponsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeepingFollow all safety procedures and rulesProperly wear all required PPEReview and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to doReview and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to doMaintain all work areas to 5S standardsPerform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysisFollow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sittingMust be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control
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Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.