Machine Operator (Cut-to-Length Strap Operator)
Parallel Employment
Posted: January 30, 2026
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Quick Summary
Operate and maintain a machine to cut straps to a specific length.
Required Skills
Job Description
Main Purpose of Job:
Individual is responsible for operating a winder/machine of straps cut at a specific length.
Pay: $18-20/hr based on experience
1st shift: 7:00 am -3:00 pm, M-F (or 6:00 am-2:00 pm)
Location: Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Duties and Key Responsibilities
• Read and interpret written instructions, shop orders, and basic blueprints.
• Operate, select and monitor programs for various materials and lengths.
• Operate and perform preventive maintenance tasks of equipment safely and efficiently.
• Change pallet boxes, and re-feed strap into machines.
• Maintain and document machine parameters by observing operations, detecting malfunctions, and testing product off the line
• Observant of all quality standards as provided.
• Completion of quality shift reports and forms for the finished product in the appropriate time intervals.
• Remove finished product from machine: package coils, palletize boxes, print labels and write move tickets.
• Help team leaders and technicians with configurations changes, basic maintenance, and equipment setups.
• Communicating with suppliers & the maintenance team at headquarters and keeping track of machine spare parts.
• Practice daily housekeeping of machines, equipment and plant environment.
• Operate a forklift and assist in pallets of finished goods movement and handling.
• Crosstrain in the tool repair process and assist the tool repair technician when needed.
• Support the warehouse operations as a backup, when needed.
Requirements:
• 1- 3 years of manufacturing and basic maintenance experience
Technical skills
• Possess good math skills and excellent dexterity.
• Problem solving/troubleshooting and multitasking skills.
• Time management skills and great flexibility.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Stand 80 -90% of the workday.
Benefits:
Direct Hire opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer