About this role
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.
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
• 💵 $19/hour + $1.50 shift premium • 🗓 4-Day Work Week (Monday–Thursday) → 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
👉 No diploma required. No prior manufacturing experience required. Just a strong work ethic.