Machine Operator/Technician I - 2nd shift

**Eagle Claw**

2nd Shift Hours

**Wednesday & Thursday 1:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 6:00am - 6:00pm**

**Generous shift differential for night and weekend shifts.**

**Pay commensurate with experience.**

Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle is one of the most recognized names in the tackle industry, proudly manufacturing fishing products in Denver, Colorado since 1925. We produce premium quality fishhooks and distribute fishing tackle throughout the US and over 40 countries worldwide. Eagle Claw has never compromised its commitment to *"Made in America."*

Want to work with passionate people who love the great outdoors?

Come be part of the Eagle Claw legacy!

**Eagle Claw employees enjoy a great work/life balance, paid holidays, paid time off, and excellent benefits including:**

• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off program
• Fishing License reimbursement
  
  

**POSITION PURPOSE**

Under direct supervision, operates up to four Hook Machines and monitors the output of each machine to produce fish hooks that meet pre-determined quality and production standards.

**Essential Duties**

• Continuously monitors the output from equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintains acceptable production output by meeting or exceeding 100% of the machine standard.
• Uses micrometer, calipers, microscope, testing equipment and optical comparator to monitor hook specifications.
• Using hands and various tools, changes wire, cutting tools, milling tools, point sharpening cutters and eye pins as necessary to maintain quality standards.
• Using various hand tools makes adjustments to equipment when necessary to meet quality standards.
• Enters production into Oracle by scanning tray labels when the box is filled to the exact weight.
• Physically moves wire spools into position and loads spool on to let off device. Threads wire into machine feed mechanisms verify wire type and size are correct.
• Passes essential information along to the next shift regarding the operations of the machinery.
• Accurately fills out inspection and production forms.
• Cleans, oils and maintains equipment in order to keep it operational.
• Observes and performs all safety and good housekeeping regulations of the department and the Company.
• Endorses all company and departmental rules and regulations.
  
  

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**

• Must be able to work any shift and overtime hours when required.
• Must have excellent visual acuity and able to inspect small details of fish hooks.
• Must remain focused on Quality and Production standards.
• Must possess solid mechanical aptitude.
• Must possess manual dexterity in both hands to use required hand tools.
• Must be able to read, write and possess basic computer skills.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be a team player and perform all functions of the position in a professional manner.
  
  

**Physical Environment and Working Conditions**

• Must be able to stand and walk for periods of up to twelve hours.
• Must be able to function in a noisy environment and tolerate exposure to oil, grease, chemicals, dust, and heat up to 90 degrees.
• Must be able to work around high speed machinery.
• Must be able to twist, bend and stoop.
• Must be able to reach from floor level to a height of six feet in order to check equipment and make adjustments.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to observe the operation of equipment from a height of five feet in order to detect malfunctions.
• Must be able to wear tool pouch.
• Safety glasses, hearing protection and safet boots are required.
  
  

At-will Notice

*Employment with Eagle Claw is at-will. Employees have the right to end their work relationship with the Company with or without advance notice for any reason. The Company has the same right. This document and any verbal statements made by management are not intended to constitute a contract for employment, not a guarantee for employment.*

*Employment at Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle is contingent on successful completion of background check and drug and alcohol screening.*

*Wright & McGill Co./Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workforce.*

Wednesday & Thursday 1:00pm - 9:00pm

Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm

Saturday 6:00am - 6:00pm

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