Manufacturing Machine Operator
Listed on 2026-10-13
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Manufacturing Machine Operator
People Ready of Fort Walton Beach, FL is now hiring Manufacturing Machine Operators in Milton, FL!
In this role, you will work in a cable manufacturing facility operating specialized machinery used to manufacture and process wire and cable products. Depending on your experience, training, and production needs, you may operate a Buncher/Double Twist, Armoring, Screening, Drawing, Copper Tape, or CV Line Machine .
On-the-job training will be provided on the specific equipment and production processes.
As a People Ready associate you'll benefit from:
- Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
- Great benefit package options
- Get matched to jobs quickly.
- Competitive pay and steady schedule
- The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, Job Stack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $15 - $18 / hour*
What You'll Be Doing as a Manufacturing Machine Operator:
- Set up, operate, and monitor specialized machinery used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products
- Operate Buncher/Double Twist, Armoring, Screening, Drawing, Copper Tape, and/or CV Line equipment based on training and production needs
- Use Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens and electronic controls to operate equipment, monitor production, and adjust machine settings
- Set up tooling, pay-off, take-up, reels, and other machine components as required for the assigned equipment
- Monitor machine performance and product quality to ensure customer specifications and quality standards are consistently met
- Perform various cable manufacturing processes, which may include twisting and forming wire, drawing wire to the required diameter, applying copper shielding, adding protective armor, or applying rubber insulation/shielding
- Troubleshoot line breaks, equipment issues, and production discrepancies to help maintain continuous operation
- Perform cold-weld and/or hot-weld repairs when required for the assigned machine or process
- Safely handle and move heavy reels, raw materials, and finished products
- Load and unload raw materials and finished goods and move them to designated locations
- Maintain accurate production and quality records according to company procedures
- Identify and properly segregate scrap materials and place them in designated areas
- Immediately report quality concerns, equipment malfunctions, or production issues to the Supervisor, Department Manager, or Lead
- Follow all company safety procedures and safe material-handling practices
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Perform additional production and manufacturing duties as assigned
Available
Shifts:
Shift timings- 1st Shift (Day), 3rd Shift (Night), Weekends
Job Requirements:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with People Ready
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of machine operating or CNC machine operating experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and basic machine troubleshooting skills
- Ability to learn specialized wire and cable manufacturing equipment and processes
- Ability to use HMI screens and electronic machine controls
- Ability to safely handle and move heavy reels and production materials
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Ability to follow production specifications, quality standards, and safety procedures
- Previous wire, cable, CNC, or manufacturing experience is a plus
- Background check and drug test required
Please contact our Fort Walton Beach, FL branch for more information
Branch #: 2318
Address: 214 Eglin Parkway NE, Suite 2, Fort Walton Beach,FL, 32547
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* Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations…
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