Cold Form Operator

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Skilled Second Shift Operator Wanted

Charter Wire’s 81st Street facility is currently looking to fill a Second Shift (2PM-10PM) manufacturing position in our Cold Forming Department. Operators will run multiple high-powered machines in a fast-paced, detail-oriented production environment. 

What do you need to know about the job?

• Pay Range - $27.00, or higher for highly qualified candidates
• Shift -This is a Second Shift job, (2:00 – 10:00 PM, M-F)
• Location - 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53223
  
  

What do we want you to know about the job?

• Weekly Pay - Get paid every Thursday! 
• Bonus Programs - From day one, you’re eligible for quarterly and annual gainsharing bonuses.
• Retirement Savings - Enjoy a generous 401(k) match and profit sharing. 
• Great Benefits - Excellent medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off programs. 
  
  

 

What does a Production Operator at Charter Wire do?

Charter Wire’s 81st Street facility produces parts for global customers and is heavily focused on quality in all positions. This facility has several production areas, each with multiple levels for Production employees to pursue when they’re ready for advancement.

Our Cold Form Department consists of Operators who are responsible for ensuring multiple machines run smoothly and produce parts that meet very high customer quality requirements. They combine precision operation with a strong attention to detail for quality, performing inspections, basic troubleshooting. They partner with Quality and Maintenance to ensure the machines are running efficiently and we can meet our customer commitments. Examples of tasks you’ll perform include:

• Change coils, change tooling, perform basic troubleshooting, maintain, and operate multiple pieces of production equipment.
• Move material, product, supplies, etc. and transact material movements as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area (sweep, mop, scrub, paint, basic janitorial, restock supplies, etc.).
• Complete quality control paperwork and identify acceptable products.
  
  

While not required to be hired, all successful employees in this job will be required to learn the following:

• Safely operate a forklift truck.
• Independently use quality measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, attribute gauges, etc.).
• Navigate and enter data in Charter’s statistical process control (SPC) system.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
  
  

How do we know that you will be successful?

• If selected for this role, we commit to being invested in your success – you work for us & we work for you!
• Onboarding and training programs set you up for success and keep our entire team sharp.
• We are one team. You will never be alone. Our teams are expected to build trust and provide each other with support, especially when someone is learning a new skill.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required, but if you don’t have it that’s okay! We will pay for you to get your GED through an accredited program! 
• One year of related experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment that requires mechanical aptitude.
• You work safely, you must be able to meet the minimum physical requirements of the job, with or without accommodation.
• This includes Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, use of fine motor skills, reaching and lifting 30 lbs.; periodically may be required to lift as much as 50 lbs.
• Occasional foot use, carrying, push/pulling, climbing, below the waist work, balancing, and forceful motion.
• To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously is required. 
  
  

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).