What are the responsibilities and job description for the Copper Production Operator position at Quality Electrical Systems?
Join a Growing Manufacturing Team
Quality Electrical Systems (QES) is expanding our copper manufacturing operations and is looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals to join our production team.
As a Copper Manufacturing Operator, you'll work with advanced manufacturing equipment to produce high-quality copper components used in electrical power distribution systems. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to learn multiple manufacturing processes and develop new technical skills.
If you enjoy working with equipment, solving mechanical problems, and being part of a team that builds products used in critical infrastructure, we'd like to hear from you.
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What You'll Do
As part of our cross-trained production team, you may:
Operate manufacturing equipment after completing training
Support copper casting, extrusion, drawing, fabrication, tin plating, and waterjet cutting operations
Read work orders, blueprints, and production instructions
Perform quality inspections using measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers
Load, move, stage, and organize materials throughout production
Complete equipment inspections and basic operator maintenance
Identify and report quality, safety, or equipment concerns
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
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What We're Looking For
We're seeking individuals who have:
Manufacturing, fabrication, machine operation, production, or industrial experience preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment
Ability to read work instructions and follow established procedures
Basic measuring and inspection skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Dependable attendance and positive teamwork
Safety-first mindset
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Experience with any of the following is a plus:
Machine operation
Metal fabrication
Copper processing
Casting
Extrusion
Waterjet cutting
Tin plating
Material handling
Forklift or overhead crane operation
Physical Requirements
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This position requires the ability to:
Stand and walk for extended periods
Lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when needed
Bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive tasks
Work around industrial equipment, moving machinery, heat, noise, and heavy materials
Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, gloves, and other task-specific safety equipment
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Why Join QES?
Stable, growing manufacturing company
Cross-training and skill development opportunities
Work with advanced manufacturing equipment
Team-oriented culture
Opportunity to build products that support critical electrical infrastructure
If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on work, and want to grow your manufacturing career, apply today and become part of the QES team.
About Quality Electrical Systems
Quality Electrical Systems is an electrical equipment manufacturer in West Jordan, UT. Our state-of-the-art facility has 350,000 square ft of manufacturing space and 75,000 square ft of inventory space. We’re an innovative company with countless years of combined experience in the industrial electrical industry. Our primary markets are data centers, oil/gas, water/wastewater, and mining and we have OEM manufacturing contracts with many major international manufactures such as GE/ABB, Yaskawa, Danfoss, TMEIC, and others. After 30 years of business, we now produce a wide variety of custom electrical products including Switchgear, PDCs, VFDs, and more that ship to customers worldwide.