Drawing Operator II

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 and jobsite 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, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live.

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Location:

Douglas, GA

Shift: 6:55am-7pm

Pay Rate: $24.09- $26.70

The Drawing 2 Operator is a medium skill role and will be required to coordinate, set up, and operate the drawing machine to draw various sizes of copper wire from feeder stock.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must read, write, and speak English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs

• Responsible for set-up and operation of multiwire drawing machine
• Operate to run correct wire sizes and correct lengths on proper take-up package as specified on production order
• Load and unload sets of bobbins/reels whether they are matched lengths or matched sets
• Make all pay-off bobbin/reel changes and take-up reel changes
• Make high quality hot-welds and cold-welds in feeder stock to operate machine continuously
• Maintain a layer wound package
• Maintain correct inventory of WIP tags daily
• Responsible for proper die set-ups
• Measure wire after the various dies to ensure desired reduction is achieved
• String wires in proper position to ensure properly constructed take-up package
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust various machine controls to produce quality wire at specified production speeds
• Check concentration of drawing solution and diagnose problems with feeder stock
• Coordinate material handling with lift driver to ensure a continuous production process
• Measure elongation of each wire on each take-up package to ensure proper annealing
• Use non-deformed take-up and pay-off packages
• String up dies for wire-size changeovers and breakouts
• Examine wire to detect potential causes of breakouts
• Make gear changes, traverse adjustments and annealer settings
• Weigh each take-up package prior to recording production
• Work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers
• Put scrap into designated scrap bins

• Will be required to cross-train one equipment within identified workgroup at the facility
• May be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy after training in more complex jobs
• Will rotate on a set frequency within the workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

• Follow the company's ISO Quality System documentation to guide daily quality activities
• Perform quality checks as outlined in process procedures for the machine, including minor maintenance when necessary
• Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
• Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager

• Working safely is a condition of employment
• Observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
• Follow all safety procedures and rules

• Physical activity includes balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

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.