Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Machine Operator - Hickman, KY

If you enjoy working with machinery and utilizing your mechanical interests and skills in a manufacturing environment, then this position is for you.

About Us

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.

About You

The person we are looking for works well in a team environment and is mechanically inclined. Problem-solving skills and the use of basic tools such as screwdriver, wrench, and tape measure are preferred.

Position Snapshot

A machine operator is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair simple mechanical problems like stalls or jams. Workers hired into this position will be trained to eventually operate various machines and learn processes related to manufacturing steel wire products. Mechanical and analytical skills are required for this job. To be successful in this role you will:

• Practice safe work habits as an individual and with co-workers.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Adhere to guidelines related to PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Know safety equipment and be aware of machine safety procedures.
• Know and understand basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity.
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required.
• Document production information on tally sheets and make basic production entries into a computer.
• Must understand basic mathematical principles and know measurement processes such as length, diameter, weights, and counts.
• Assume duties of other operators as required and assist in other areas of the facility as needed.

Requirements and Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
• An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance.
• 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 telehealth, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job Type: Full-time