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Whisker Operator

Job Location:

Sherman, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 27 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Essential Job Functions:

Operating one whisker machine with ability to operate either machine at one time.
Adjusting dies feed mechanisms alignments and all other machine parameters to achieve objectives.
Troubleshooting machine problems and replacing worn or broken machine parts as required.
Escalating major equipment issues to Maintenance Team.
Performing product changes when and where needed.
Loading coils of flat steel on the turntables using a forklift.
Unloading whiskers from the machine bundling them and packaging into boxes.
Weighing moving and organizing boxes of whiskers using carts and forklifts.
Meeting all quality and production standards minimizing scrap and downtime.
Labeling packaging and palletizing boxes of whiskers for storage inventory and shipping.

Key Competencies:

Performing all job functions in a safe manner follow and enforce all policies and procedures.
Leading housekeeping efforts and always maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Identifying and immediately communicating personnel and safety issues to the Shift Supervisor and assisting with investigations and resolutions of the issues if needed.
Communicating and working with Material Handlers to ensure an appropriate quantity and quality of raw materials is delivered to the Whisker Department as needed.
Accurate and complete reporting of production and quality data both manually and in computer systems.
Reporting any continuous improvement opportunities to the Shift Supervisor.
Moving materials as needed using forklifts or overhead cranes.

Excellent safety and attendance record.
Ability to work 12 hour rotating day and night shifts and report on time for scheduled shifts and follow company attendance policies.
Possesses strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Possesses basic knowledge in math addition subtraction multiplication division and percentages.
Possesses basic computer skills.
Possesses exceptional problem-solving skills.
Understands production rates and production schedules.
Ability to balance and achieve results in the areas of Safety Quality Productivity and Cost Reduction
Must have the ability to complete two or more tasks simultaneously.
Self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision and maintain a working and up-to-date knowledge of products and services.
Must be able to handle self in a professional manner with co-workers and supervisors.
Ability to take responsibility for self and team.
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Must be able to continually bend stoop crouch reach above shoulder use arms wrists grasp and squeeze with hands access constricted spaces and lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to withstand occasional exposure to dusty or dirty ambient conditions.
Must be able to withstand occasional exposure to hot or cold ambient conditions.
Must be able to withstand occasional exposure to mild chemical irritants.
Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment.

Training would be a mixture of online training on safety quality and production procedures along with on-the-job training conducted by an experienced Whisker Operator.
Additional training would be provided as needed by the Maintenance Technicians or Maintenance Manager.
Training duration would normally be 2 months.

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