Machine Operator

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Located in beautiful Naples, Florida since 1976, Pelican Wire is a recognized expert manufacturing partner in a variety of industries across the globe, including Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Medical, Radiant Heating, Temperature measurement, Oil & Gas, Power Generation & Electronics Assembly, among others.
While we continue to build the future for our customers, our Employee-Owners are building their own futures, filled with great pay, comprehensive benefits, and a future so bright, we might need to supply you with sunglasses to go with your safety glasses!
Our Employee-Owners are just that, owners. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) Plan, each employee can share in the current and future economic benefits of owning a part of Pelican Wire. Our team members are empowered to make ‘Ownership’ decisions at every level. Our Employee-Owners are the foundation to our success.
At Pelican Wire, we work hard and play hard while growing together!


Department: Manufacturing                                         Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To:  Manufacturing Manager/Shift Supervisor Revision Date: 10/17/2024

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Pelican Wire is looking for a Machine Operator. If you are someone who works hard and likes to have fun while working, please apply! 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Set up and operate extrusion machines according to production specifications.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot any issues with the machinery.
• Follow all safety, conduct and attendance rules.
• Follow assigned work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Accurately enter information into production systems.
• Inspect materials, products, and/or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operations conform to production or processing standards.
• Consistently follow specifications, job orders, and company policies and procedures.
• Ensure your work area is in compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school graduate with minimum of 1 yr direct industrial experience is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to efficiently multi-task..
• Must be a team-player.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be detail-oriented.

Physical Demands

• Required to talk, hear, stand and walk.
• Required to stand on your feet to work for several hours at a time.
• Required to correctly & safely lift, move, sort, place & carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Required to use hands and fingers, to handle or feel, grasp, reach, lift, push and pull.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Who We Are
Pelican Wire is a part of Wire Experts Group, Inc. (WEG), which is comprised of premier manufacturers of specialty wire and cable products with a legacy of delivering high quality, superior customer service and engineering excellence. Our products are used in a broad range of applications including security, electronics, industrial, consumer products, aerospace, medical devices and automotive. The diversity of applications combined with our specialization makes us a strong and resilient business. WEG has locations in Naples, FL and Loveland, CO. 
Wire Experts Team, Inc. is the Employment Business Unit of WEG.  Wire Experts Team operates all payroll and benefits for WEG.  You will receive an email from Wire Experts Team after you complete the online application.  

Additional Benefits

• Great culture of openness, inclusion and respect
• Competitive salary
• Profit sharing opportunities
• Time off through PTO, 9 paid holidays and paid family leave (if applicable)
• 95% Company paid medical employee premium
• 100% Company paid Dental / Vision / LTD / STD / Life insurance premiums
• Tuition reimbursement
• Monthly employee events plus opportunities for community involvement
• Sunny Naples, FL location - 20 minutes to the beach

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