Machine Operator

CENTRAL WIRE, INC., 6509 Olson Road, Union, Illinois, United States of America

Posted Friday, January 30, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Take the next step withan exciting and growing company!

With 12 locations in three countries, 750+ employees, and over 60 years of excellence, the Central Wire (CWI) Group of Companies is a world-class manufacturer. As the only fully integrated maker of wire, rope and assemblies, our solutions are found in aerospace, defense, med tech, and heavy industry applications around the globe— in large part because of the people behind our products.

Do you have a strong workethic? Take pride in a job well done? Areyou passionate about contributing to individual and team, company and customer successes? If you’re interested injoining a dynamic work environment that offers opportunities to reach your full potential, we want to hear from you.

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Union

Department: Operations

Position Overview: The Machine Operator will be responsible for the set up and operation of the Machine Operator. This includes continuously monitoring speed, coating level and wire surface quality. Additionally, the operator will become proficient in the various job specific skills required by a Machine Operator.

• Read work orders/bill of materials to determine product specifications.
• Responsible for quantity and quality to meet efficiency rates.
• Use and maintain various types of equipment and machinery.
• Reporting/communicating machinery issues to supervisor/maintenance.
• Inspect products to ensure product excellence and quality using measuring tools (tape measure/micrometer/tensile test machine)
• Obtain all required approvals.
• Use of forklifts, cranes, and hand carts to load/unload machine and to move material to and from machines.
• Record and document production as well as all downtime.
• Ensure and observe all safety and housekeeping rules and guidelines, including carrying out daily safety inspections.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Inspect material during processing to ensure proper quality is maintained.
• Complete all documentation and turn in the work order to the supervisor.
• Train new operators.
• Cut samples for quality control.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Read SDS’s to familiarized with chemicals used.
• Authorize to request the initiation of an internal corrective action.
• Place material on hold, if necessary, stop production when nonconforming wire is found.
• Complete all assigned training, including monthly health and safety sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Adjust machinery including changing dies, speed and temperature
• Consistently string payoff; point weld, and grind material as applicable
• Consistently set up by measuring wire diameter between each draw
• Focus on machines that need constant attention
• Work in various temperature environments
• Work in a dusty environment
• Maintain focus on safety quality and productivity

• Work overtime as required.
• Assist production manager and other operators as necessary
• Ability to communicate – verbal and written.
• Ability to perform basic math functions with accuracy.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Constant standing & walking
• Frequent pushing, pulling, & reaching

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• 1-2 years in industrial machinery

Predictable and consistent attendance is required

• Health insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program

Shift: 8-hour shift

Work Location: In person, Company does not provide relocation assistance.

Central Wire Group of Companies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Central Wire Group of Companies is a Drug-free workplace and pre-employment drug tests and background checks are required.

CENTRAL WIRE, INC., 6509 Olson Road, Union, Illinois, United States of America