Machine Operator Trainee
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Machine Operator/ Trainee
Primary Shift: 2nd 3:00pm – 11:00pm
Primary Days: Monday – Friday, including weekends.
Overtime: Voluntary available and mandatory, as needed.
Safety is First but Quality matters. At Insteel Wire Products you have the opportunity to become an expert in steel wire testing. You will be the technical support for the production floor and management. QA Assurance Technicians are a valuable part of our team, we need more individuals that align with our company goals of developing skillsets and building ambition to grow within the company.
Join Us!
- At Insteel Wire we help you get out of the low-paying jobs that don't offer perks and into a stable position you can be proud of that includes good benefits for your family and future
- Instead of feeling stuck in your job, you have options at Insteel Wire. Our employees enjoy the ability to provide for the family and save for retirement with a good income and a set schedule
- Come join our team and transform YOUR tomorrow!
Insteel Industries, established in 1953, started from humble beginnings, embraces strong values, and has its Home Office in Mount Airy, NC. We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. We manufacture and market prestressed concrete (PC) strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement, and standard welded wire reinforcement for concrete reinforcement applications.
The company operates eleven manufacturing facilities in nine states.
- Higher Starting Pay $24 / hour with 0.75 shift differential
- 8-hour shifts - OVERTIME AVAILABLE
- Perfect Attendance bonus paid monthly
- Advancement opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Robust Benefits Package
- Open Door Management and Team Environment
The person we are looking for is motivated to train to become qualified Machine Operators at our Upper Sandusky, Ohio location. If you are a dedicated, team-driven individual with an eye for detail, Insteel Wire has an opportunity for you.
Position SnapshotAs a Machine Operator/Trainee you learn how to operate various wire mesh and wire welder machines and work daily to ensure assigned areas of responsibility are working at risk lowered to ALARA specifically to achieve ZERO HARM. To be successful in this role you will:
- Practice safe work habits as an employee and with co-workers
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Adhere to mandatory PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and safety requirements, safety equipment, and is aware of machine safety procedures
- Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as needed
- Document production information on tally sheets and make basic production entries into computer systems
- Assumes duties of other operators as required and assists in other areas of the facility as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen (including THC) and background check
- Must be able to work any shift during probationary period of 180-days and work overtime
- Membership to Teamsters Local Union No. 40 required
- Must have dependable transportation (attendance point system utilized)
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular and daily basis, including pulling/pushing and lifting up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis
- Standing and walking on concrete for extended periods of time
- Must understand basic mathematical skills and have knowledge of measurement processes such as length, diameter, weights, and counts, including reading a micrometer, tape measure, etc.
- Ability to complete simple forms and understand written instructions and have fundamental working knowledge of computers
- Previous manufacturing experience, including operating an overhead hoist or forklift preferred
- Trainee starting rate $24.00 per hour
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation
- Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
- Opportunity for professional growth
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation
- Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal…
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