Machine Operator Trainee

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Machine Operator Trainee in Houston, TX. 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 plus eight paid holidays annually
• 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