Straightening Operator

Straightening Operator

Location: Palmer, Massachusetts

Salary: $18.31 - $21.61

Job Category: Light Industrial

Date Posted: 03/09/2026

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Job Description:

Location: Palmer, Massachusetts

CoWorx Staffing is seeking a Straightening Operator for our client located in the Palmer, MA area.

The primary function of this position is to operate equipment to straighten, de-twist, cut, and coil wire and hand straighten.

Join a fast-moving manufacturing environment where your technical skill and problem-solving mindset make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

Receives manufacturing order and instructions from lead or supervisor and reviews specifications.
Sets up various machines to process material as specified.
Loads material onto pay-off reel and positions reel properly at machine.
Adjusts machine to produce specified straightness and length.
Runs material to straightness specifications and boxes material when required.
Observes and checks material throughout production to maintain quality standards.
Maintains material traceability, including metal and paper tag making.
Records production and downtime on the daily job card.
Notifies supervisor or lead of any unusual material or equipment conditions.
Completes daily crane and forklift safety inspection checklist when applicable.
Inspects material during operation to ensure quality from starting stock to finished piece.
Reviews and adheres to Standard Efficiency on MO Router.
Places scrap in proper containers and notifies supervisor to create scrap report.
Follows all cleaning and virus-prevention protocols.
Observes all safety rules, maintains housekeeping, and keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly.

Desired Background/Skills:

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English in accordance with job duties and all safety regulations.
Must be able to perform all job functions safely and follow established company safety rules.
Must meet company performance standards for the position.
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
Must be able to work assigned schedules, including required overtime.
Must participate in company orientation and all required training programs.
Must know how to access and understand SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for all materials used.
Must maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Other Information:

Shift: 5:00am – 1:30pm M-F, OT may be requested
Compensation: $18.31 – 21.61/hr., based off years of experience

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to join a hardworking, supportive team- apply with us today to get started!

CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Interested candidates please reference job code 243052 when responding to this ad.


Location: Palmer, Massachusetts

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CoWorx Staffing Services is committed to the professional growth of job seekers and furthering their powerful impact on employers. Their compassionate, experienced team places candidates in administrative, light industrial, call center, distribution, and third-party logistics positions, with additional opportunities through its executive search, creative staffing, and luxury beauty and fragrance divisions. As one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S., CoWorx is a trusted partner to growing businesses for all of their temporary staffing, direct hire, on-site services, and payrolling needs. By continuously investing in its team and processes, CoWorx is raising the standards of client partnership, DEI commitment, and community impact within the staffing industry.