Machine Operator Trainee

Job description

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Machine Operator Trainee in Phoenix, AZ. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you! **Position Summary:** Our Machine Operator Trainees perform preparation setup of production machine(s). They also operate manufacturing machinery, monitor wire quality, and record fabrication data to ensure defect-free products as defined by industry regulations and customer specifications. Additionally, they transport wire and materials throughout facility on a forklift. ### Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities: - Prepare and setup machines for production by positioning the payoff, feeder, and take-up - Operate the machinery by adjusting and maintaining production controls according to specifications - Monitor the quality of wire during production and the finished product - Perform routine lubrication of machinery parts and minor preventative maintenance - Observe machine operation for equipment malfunction and report immediately - Record detailed daily production data - Maintain safety standards and clean work environment - Additional duties as assigned by supervisor ### Knowledge/Skills/Requirements: - High School Diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) or one year related industrial experience or equivalent training - Demonstrate strong basic math and measuring skills - Ability to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions, direction, and correspondence, both oral and written - Cooperatively works and interacts with members of the manufacturing department and other company employees - Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control. - In-person attendance is an essential function of the job ### Schedule: Must be available to work the following times: **- 1st Shift - 7am - 3:30pm** **- 2nd Shift - 3pm - 11:30pm** **- 3rd Shift - 11pm - 7:30am** ### The perks of joining our Team: - **Comprehensive Insurance Options** - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choices - **Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays**- Tenure-based paid time off pluseight paid holidaysannually - **Predictable, set schedules that support work-life balance** - no rotating shifts - **401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing** - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit‑sharing contributions - **Career Growth & Learning Support**- Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs - **Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000** - annually to support your continued education and career growth - **Annual bonus potential up to $3,000** - through performance incentive programs - **Referral Bonus Program** - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first year - See all benefits we offer[**here**](https://www.servicewire.com/Careers/Why-Service-Wire.htm)