Machine Operator

Company Overview

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 strand (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.

The person we are looking for will enjoy working with a team and be mechanically adept. You will be able to use basic hand tools such as a screwdriver, wrench, and tape measure.

A machine operator is commonly expected to know how the 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. To be successful in this role you will:

• 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 machine and facilities as required
• Document production information on tally sheets and make basic production entries into computer
• Understand basic mathematical principles and have knowledge of measurement processes such as length, diameter, weights, and counts

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

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life/short‑term disability/long‑term disability insurance, flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company‑paid tele‑health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Full‑time

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 responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the U.S. requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

Applicants must provide documentation only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team.