MFG Specialist 1 (Wire Draw) - West Memphis, AR

Master Halco: Fence & Deck Supply, North America’s leading manufacturer/distributor of fencing and perimeter security products is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist 1 willing to complete training, if necessary, to become a wire draw machine operator at our plant working Second Shift (Monday - Thursday 3:30pm to 2am).

This position will work under limited supervision operating moderately complex equipment in the continuous-operation manufacturing of strand wire into woven chain link fence. 

Associate will also be responsible for the sets-up, operation, and inspecting for quality and troubleshooting problems.

Working With Us Has Its Rewards:

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $19 per hour plus $2.50 shift differential - Total pay rate: $21.50 
• Monday through Thursday Second Shift: 3:30pm - 2:00am
• Longevity Bonus
• A competitive health care plan
  
• A generous matching 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• A generous paid-time off package, AND MORE!

This is a very exciting time to join our company. We are continuing to grow (70 locations), introducing new products, making technological investments, and implementing innovative marketing strategies.  

We are also focused on our people -- our most important resource.  

At Master Halco, we believe in transparency, open communication, and rewarding success with a path to fully develop your potential while building a career.

Master Halco offers advancement opportunities at every level. We are always looking for people with the drive to learn and determination to succeed.

• Sets up wire drawing machine with correct tooling and sizes, retrieving coils of rod to continually feed machine with material
• Monitors machine performance, correcting minor problems such as wire breaks, tangles, and size fluctuations. Reports major problems to Supervisor or Maintenance
• Unloads finished product from machine and affixes material handling tags
• Performs regular quality inspections of finished material for defects
• Drives forklift to move raw and finished materials
• Cleans and resets work area at end of day to prepare for next shift

• Able to physically lift 75+ lbs. regularly
• Desired experience with metal forming machines such as extrusion presses and/or CNC
  
• Ability to work overtime (including weekends) as needed