Hard Skills
IntermediateWire Drawing Machine OperationThe ability to set up, operate, and monitor machines that pull metal rods through dies to reduce diameter.
IntermediateDie Maintenance and SetupSelecting, cleaning, and replacing drawing dies to maintain wire quality and diameter consistency.
BasicPrecision MeasurementUsing micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify that the finished wire meets dimensional tolerances.
IntermediateWorkplace Safety ComplianceAdhering to OSHA standards, machine guarding, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures in a metal processing environment.
BasicMaterial HandlingSafely moving raw metal rods and finished spools using forklifts or overhead cranes.