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Ametek

Wire Operator

Wallingford, CT · On-site

$27.50/hr

Wire drawing and annealing experience preferred PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * This position requires repetitive motions such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping ...

Kris-Tech Wire

Draw Operator

Rome, NY · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Operate wire drawing machine to determine thickness of wire desired. * Inserting wire into machine feed mechanism Experience and Additional Requirements * 1-3 years of related experience * Working ...

Allegiance Staffing

Multiwire Operator

El Paso, TX · On-site

$20.25/hr

The Multiwire Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining multiwire drawing equipment used in the production of copper wire. This role requires a strong commitment ...

Konik

Wire Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

... Wire Technician to join our control panel shop. This role is responsible for assembling, wiring ... Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings. * Measure, cut ...

ND DEFENSE LLC

Wire Harness Assembler

West Point, MS · On-site

$17/hr

This position requires the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, wire lists, and assembly schematics. Work is performed in compliance with applicable quality standards ...

Triple-S Steel

Maintenance Technician

Romulus, MI · On-site

Maintain wire drawing machines, pickling equipment, pumps, tanks, conveyors, forklifts (non-certified maintenance only), and auxiliary systems. * Perform basic facility maintenance, including ...

Leidos

Wire Shop Technician

Bridgewater, VA · On-site

$40K - $72K/yr

Inspecting products for compliance with drawings * Operating a laser wire marking machine * Building complex wire harness assemblies and junction boxes * Building and testing coax assemblies

Triple-S Steel

Maintenance Technician

Romulus, MI · On-site

Maintain wire drawing machines, pickling equipment, pumps, tanks, conveyors, forklifts (non-certified maintenance only), and auxiliary systems. * Perform basic facility maintenance, including ...

Leidos

Wire Shop Technician

Bridgewater, VA · On-site

$57K - $104K/yr

Inspecting products for compliance with drawings * Operating a laser wire marking machine * Building complex wire harness assemblies and junction boxes * Building and testing coax assemblies

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How much do wire drawing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for wire drawing in the United States is $21.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Wire Drawing job?

A Wire Drawing job involves reducing the diameter of metal wire by pulling it through a series of dies to achieve the desired thickness. Workers operate and maintain wire drawing machines, ensuring proper tension, lubrication, and feed rates. They inspect the wire for defects and make adjustments to maintain quality standards. This process is commonly used in manufacturing electrical wires, cables, and metal products. Wire drawing operators must have attention to detail and knowledge of machine operation and material properties.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a Wire Drawing role?

A typical day for a Wire Drawing professional involves setting up and operating wire drawing machines, monitoring production quality, and conducting routine equipment inspections. You’ll work closely with other machine operators, maintenance technicians, and quality control staff to ensure continuous operation and address any issues that arise. The environment is usually a manufacturing floor, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols and regular communication with team members. Consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment are all important for meeting production goals and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wire Drawing position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wire Drawing professional, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, mechanical aptitude, and experience with industrial machinery, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with wire drawing machines, quality inspection tools, and safety protocols such as OSHA guidelines is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills that contribute to success in this role. These competencies ensure efficient production processes, minimize defects, and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

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Materials Fabrication Operator Fine Wire

Materials Fabrication Operator Fine Wire

Deringer-Ney

Bloomfield, CT • On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Title: Fine Wire Operator
Job Summary:
Precise operation of metal-forming mill equipment to include precision fine wire drawing machines, strand annealing furnaces, spooling machines, future equipment, and new technology.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Safely and effectively operate various metal-forming machines with other operators.
  • Use tools and routing instructions in conjunction with precision equipment to fabricate high quality materials.
  • Communicate with supervisor(s) regarding purchasing of consumable items.
  • Work with Production Control and all other manufacturing departments to produce on-time customer deliveries.
  • Have full understanding of company policies, paperwork, and systems to repeatedly produce quality material products.
  • Must work well in a "team environment".
  • Must follow shop order dates and processes accurately while informing supervisors or engineers of any non-conformances.
  • Strive to continually improve processes, equipment efficiency, and quality.
  • Be willing to train and operate various pieces of mill equipment as assigned by supervision.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Review job requirements at the beginning of each shift.
  • Notify supervision when any job may go "overdue" or yield short and why.
  • Inspect and sign off for quality on each operation, complete M2M reporting for each operation, and notify supervision of any non-conformances.
  • Maintain material and scrap identity throughout processing.
  • Follow operator and maintenance logs as required.
  • Notify supervision of any equipment problems.
  • Maintain tooling and equipment integrity on a daily basis and notify supervision in advance for potential needs.
  • Work with other operators to communicate and coordinate job flow through the Materials Department.
  • Must maintain a neat and clean workplace.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Must demonstrate ability to be fully trained on various pieces of metal-forming machinery.
  • Must show strong mechanical skills and an ability to use hand tools and measuring equipment.
  • Must have an attention to detail and a solid understanding of measuring tools (micrometers/calipers).
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with other team members and supervisors.
  • Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, job routers, quality documents and drawings and use this information to produce high quality material in-line with customer expectations.
Experience & Education Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • At least 2 years manufacturing experience
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Ability to work with hands
  • Micrometer/caliper experience
  • Basic math skills
  • Legible writing skills
  • Basic computer skills
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

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