Copper Wire Drawing Operator – 3rd Shift

Job Summary

Job Title: Drawing 2 Operator

Location: SCUPP
400/700

Shift: C 6:50PM - 7AM

Pay Rate: $27.40 – $29.16

The Drawing 2 Operator is a medium‑skill role that will coordinate, set up, and operate the drawing machine to produce 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
• Run correct wire sizes and 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
• Keep a correct inventory of WIP tags daily
• Setup proper dies
• Measure wire after the various dies to ensure desired reduction is achieved
• String up all wires in proper position to ensure a properly constructed take‑up package
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust machine controls to produce quality wire at specified speeds
• Check concentration of drawing solution
• Diagnose problems with feeder stock
• Coordinate material handling with lift driver for continuous production
• 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 all 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 through verbal instruction and reports
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins

• Required to cross‑train equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
• Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
• Required to rotate on a set frequency within the workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

• Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to guide daily quality activities
• Perform quality checks as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and perform minor maintenance when necessary
• Do not release products until all quality checks have 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
• & 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.