Production Operator in Guilford, Connecticut at REA MAGNET WIRE CORP

Job description

Join Our Team as a Production Operator

At Rea Magnet Wire, we don’t just produce magnet wire – we are POWERING WHAT'S NEXT. If you’re experienced in operating safely, quality production, and driving process improvements, we want you on our team! ⚡️

Ready to take the next step?

New Start Pay:

• $25.00/hour
• $26.00/hour at 90 days
• $26.75/hour at 1 year

Responsible for all aspects of producing Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire safely and efficiently including staging, set up, testing, packaging, documentation and the integrity of the equipment and infrastructure used in the process.

Main Responsibilities:

• Produce Aluminum Polymer Coated Magnet Wire
• Follow All Safety and ISO Procedures
• Ensure Products Meet Required Standards
• Maintain Clean, Organized Work Areas
• Comply with PPE and Safety Requirements
Ability to train and support new employees by sharing job knowledge, demonstrating correct procedures, and reinforcing safety and quality standards until they achieve full qualification.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Follow production orders and other production documents
• Perform routine preventative machine maintenance
• Select and stage proper supplies and feed stock
• Continuously monitor production
• Maintain optimal efficiency and productivity
• Perform start-up and periodic quality testing
• Maintain safe machine operation
• Maintain production records
• Safely load and unload raw materials
• Maintain high level of maintenance

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Vet/Disability Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $26.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 2nd Shift (3:30 pm to 11:30 pm)
• 8-Hour Shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Position Specifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of recent manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of recent Machine Operator experience.
• Knowledge of safety, distribution, and manufacturing best practices.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with basic hand tools and measuring devices, verified through work history and references.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference for candidates demonstrating recent, consistent work history.
• Preference for candidates with a strong work ethic, reliability, and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth in a manufacturing setting.
• Forklift certification is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands:
  1. Frequently uses hoist to push/pull reels weighing up to 3,200lbs
  2. Frequent standing, walking and bending
  3. Frequent use of arms below shoulder height; minimal use of arms above shoulder height
  4. Frequent reading and interpreting test data and visually inspecting wire
  5. Frequent lifting up to 25lbs
• Work Environment: Work performed in a plant manufacturing environment. Slippery floors due to steel plates. Incumbent will occasionally be exposed to Cold Temperatures <65 degrees and Heat >80 degrees. The environment is well lit; the noise level is often minimal but incumbent may be exposed to higher than 85 decibels

Work Location: In person