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Stamping Operator - First Shift

Charter Wire’s 81st Street facility is looking for a first shift Stamping Operator! In this hands-on role, you’ll operate stamping equipment to produce specialized parts, help keep production running smoothly, and make sure our products meet customer quality requirements.

What do you need to know about the job?

Starting Pay: $22.00/hour and up, based on experience!

Shift: First shift, 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

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 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 Stamping 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.

Stamping Operators run and monitor up to four sets of stamping machines. You’ll inspect parts using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, and perform routine operator and preventative maintenance. You’ll also move materials, products, supplies, and scrap; complete quality checks and production records; and keep your work area clean and safe. You’ll partner with Set-Up Operators, Quality, and Maintenance to keep production moving, improve equipment performance, and help train other operators as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

•     Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

•     Previous experience entering data into an enterprise resource planning (ERP) or statistical process control (SPC) system.

•     Prior experience using quality measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, attribute gauges, etc.) and basic hand tools.

Minimum Qualifications 

•     High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or are willing to obtain GED.

•     Basic communication skills, including oral and written communication, reading, and computer literacy.

•     Detail oriented, have basic problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

•     Ability to work well with other employees and contribute to a positive team environment.

How do we know that you will be successful?

We commit to being invested in your success. You work for us, and we work for you!

This role has a structured onboarding and training program to ensure that you’re set 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 support, especially when someone is learning a new skill. 

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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).