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WireCo WorldGroup

Manufactures wire ropes and synthetic ropes

Production Operator

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Nogueira, Portugal
In PersonMust reside near the factory in Nogueira da Maia.
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • Previous experience in the production sector.
  • Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles is preferred.
  • Knowledge of quality principles is preferred.
  • Residence near the factory in Nogueira da Maia is required.
  • Ability to interpret and verify production orders.
  • Concentration and agility to operate the machines under the operator's responsibility.
  • Manual dexterity and physical robustness.
  • Availability to work a fixed Monday-to-Friday schedule from 15:30 to 00:00.
Responsibilities
  • Perform sewing and finishing according to the specifications in the Production Order and applicable work instructions and operating procedures.
  • Record the associated measurements to meet the Production Order specifications.
  • Complete the Product and/or Sample Identification form correctly.
  • Maintain an organized workstation.
  • Record all stoppages unrelated to manufacturing itself.
  • Follow the technical and safety procedures applicable to the role.
  • Ensure the defined production is achieved within required quality parameters and according to the company's needs.
  • Represent and motivate others in following the WireCo Business System behaviors: cooperation, responsibility, self-awareness, noble intent, determination, transparency, and curiosity.
Desired Qualifications
  • 12th-grade education or equivalent technical education.

About the company

WireCo WorldGroup makes and sells wire and synthetic ropes for heavy industries around the world. Its products are used in sectors like mining, construction, oil and gas, and ships, and the company also helps customers choose the right rope through a consultative approach. The ropes are manufactured to meet specific needs and budgets, and the company grows its offerings by acquiring other rope and wire manufacturers to expand its product lines. The main goal is to be a leading global supplier by delivering reliable products, tailored solutions, and strong customer service, supported by efficient operations and strategic acquisitions.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$270M

Headquarters

Prairie Village, Kansas

Founded

1931

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What believers are saying

  • WireCo appointed Luis Padilla COO North America on August 10, 2026, strengthening operations.
  • S&P revised WireCo's outlook to Stable on April 16, 2026, citing recovering industrial, energy, and mining demand.
  • August 2026 product launches, including Lankofix, Lankoline 3XR, and Durascend, expand premium ropes.

What critics are saying

  • WireCo cut 122 jobs in June 2025, showing demand weakness and cost pressure.
  • The 2026 Pennsylvania labor case and August 2026 ransomware claim expose legal and cyber fragility.
  • S&P kept WireCo at B/Stable in April 2026 with leverage near six times EBITDA; 2028 debt looms.

What makes WireCo WorldGroup unique

  • WireCo's August 2026 launches show one engineering platform across mining, lifting, fishing, and mooring.
  • The company sells customized steel and synthetic ropes, spanning Casar, Oliveira, Lankhorst, and Euronete brands.
  • WireCo's global manufacturing footprint supports faster service than niche rope rivals.

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Benefits

  • Performance Bonus
  • Training Programs