NJMNOI-Machine Operator I (Wire) - 3rd Shift - $2,000 Sign on Bonus Available at Omega Engineering, Inc. in Swedesboro, New Jersey

Job Description:

Do you want to be part of a business that genuinely values entrepreneurialism, innovation and individual accountability? We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads and interprets specifications of work orders.


• Monitors and adjusts machine controls to regulate process control parameters such as speed, tension, wire length, and spool size in accordance with verbal direction or process documentation.


• Detects product quality defects.


• Places reel(s) of specified wire onto pay off spindle of machine (weighing up to 100lbs) and threads wire through feed rolls.


• Starts machine and observes operation to assure machines are running properly.


• Verifies wire sizes and calibrations using micrometer and Acromag.


• Examines wire for visual conformance to specifications and removes defects or defective pieces.


• Properly identifies and tags finished goods, records production data, and fills out associated production paperwork.


• Maintains acceptable productivity levels according to established standards.

• Follows correct oiling and cleaning procedures on braider and wrapping insulation machines and reloads insulating materials to insulate bare wire.

• Practices good housekeeping and safety procedures and adheres to all company policies.

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.


• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance.


• Ability to lean, reach, kneel, and stand for long periods of time


• Basic math skills are needed, along with the ability to utilize hand tools.


• Knowledge of calibration metal types and thermocouple color codes


• Computer skills to effectively use Human Resource Information System and ability to utilize on-line training


• Must be a good team player and can work with people of diverse backgrounds.

• 1+ years previous machine operation experience.

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.