Machine Operator - Wire Mill Operations
Location: Bartonville/Peoria, IL
Department: Wire Mill Production Team
Hourly Wage: $19.65 base + $4-$7/hour incentive pay after training
Shift Options: 1st, 2nd (+$0.35/hr), or 3rd shift (+$0.50/hr) | Overtime and weekend/holiday availability required
Join Our Team as a Machine Operator!
Are you mechanically inclined with a strong work ethic and ready to grow your career in a hands-on industrial environment? At Liberty Steel & Wire, we're looking for motivated individuals to join our Wire Mill team and train to become full-fledged Machine Operators-helping produce iconic Red Brand products like barb wire, fencing, and galvanized wire.
This is your opportunity to become part of the Independent Steel Workers' Alliance (ISWA) and contribute to a legacy of quality and strength in American steel manufacturing.
What You'll Do:
Operate production machines in the Wire Mill to manufacture Red Brand wire products
Follow detailed work instructions, safety protocols, and operating procedures
Perform visual inspections and report any hazards or irregularities
Drive forklifts to move materials (certification preferred)
Support and mentor new team members through training and collaboration
Work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions
Contribute to a positive, team-first work culture
What We're Looking For:
Experience:
• Heavy industrial experience preferred
• Forklift driving preferred (certification a plus)
• Gantry crane experience a bonus
Education:
• High school diploma or GED or ability to pass basic reading and math assessment
Skills & Traits:
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and reliability
Why Join Us?
At Liberty Steel & Wire, we don't just make steel-we build careers.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Uniforms provided
Retirement Plans
• 401(k) with company match
Career Growth
• In-house training & professional development • Advancement opportunities in a union-supported environment
Bonus & Incentives
• $4-$7/hr incentive pay after training
• Shift premiums
• Holiday pay & overtime opportunities
Ready to Start Your Career in Steel?
Apply today! After submitting your application, you'll receive a skills assessment that must be completed before interview consideration.
️ Help us shape the future of fencing-the legacy is in your hands.
Liberty Steel & Wire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.