Machine Operator/Wire Spooler - 1st Shift

Job Description:

Looking for a stable, hands-on job with a consistent schedule and long weekends? At ESAB, we’re hiring Machine Operators / Wire Spoolers to join our team in Traverse City at our AlcoTec facility.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build skills, earn steady income, and be part of a company that supports industries worldwide.

💰 What Sets This Job Apart

• 💵 Positions start at $19/hr + premiums as you build your skills
• 💵 $1,000 Signing Bonus
• 🗓 4-Day Work Week (Monday–Thursday 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
  → Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week
• 🧰 Paid Training – No experience required
• 🌎 Global, stable employer (ESAB)
• 🔧 Hands-on work—stay active, not behind a desk

💪 What You’ll Do

• Operate wire spooling machines to keep production running
• Ensure consistent, high-quality products every shift
• Load, thread, and manage wire spools (with equipment and safety procedures)
• Package finished product and move materials using a fork truck
• Track production and inventory using a computer system
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Work closely with your team to meet daily goals

🎯 Why People in Traverse City Choose ESAB

We know you have options—so here’s why people join (and stay):

• ✔ Predictable schedule—no rotating shifts
• ✔ Long weekends for family, outdoor activities, or a second job
• ✔ Skills you can build—not just a job, but a career path
• ✔ Strong safety culture and team support
• ✔ Fast-paced work that makes the day go by quickly

🧠 What We’re Looking For

• Mechanically inclined or comfortable working with equipment
• Reliable and ready to learn—we train you
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality
• Able to follow instructions and track production info
• Comfortable working on your feet in a manufacturing setting

👉 Diploma or GED preferred. No prior manufacturing experience required. Just a strong work ethic.