Lead Wire Cutter 1st Shift
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Wire Cutter Lead
, you'll oversee the daily operations of the wire cutting department while actively participating in wire cutting activities. You'll lead a team responsible for accurately measuring, cutting, coiling, spooling, and labeling wire for customer orders while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and customer service standards are met. You'll serve as a subject matter expert, trainer, and resource for team members and help create a positive, efficient, and safe work environment.
You Will:
- Lead and support day-to-day wire cutting operations to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Review customer orders to determine proper reel size and wire specifications, including type, size, and color.
- Measure, cut, spool, coil, and label wire using specialized cutting equipment.
- Monitor workflow, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources to meet productivity and service goals.
- Ensure quality standards are maintained and verify order accuracy before shipment.
- Train, coach, and support team members on wire cutting procedures, equipment operation, safety practices, and department expectations.
- Monitor attendance, productivity, and overall team performance while promoting a positive work environment.
- Assist with inventory management, replenishment, and organization of wire products and materials.
- Monitor equipment condition, coordinate basic maintenance needs, and maintain department housekeeping standards.
- Share best practices, procedures, and safety guidelines to create a safe and productive workplace.
- Follow and promote all company safety policies, operating procedures, and security requirements.
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 1 year of warehouse, wire cutting, manufacturing, or distribution experience.
- Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring associates in a warehouse or production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic math skills, including working with fractions, decimals, and measurements.
- Proficiency with RF devices, warehouse management systems, and computer technology.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 75 lbs. with assistance.
- Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the shift.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Keywords: warehouse, shipping, receiving, forklift, pallet jack, inventory, distribution, flexible, overtime, overtime, package handler, operations, logistics, pick, pack, selector, select, motor transport operator
What We Offer You
We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:
- Healthcare plans
- Dental & vision
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Professional and personal development programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunity to become a shareholder
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
- Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
- Robust wellness program
- Gym reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
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