Manufacturing Equipment Operator

The cable production worker will be a part of the Cable Manufacturing group, responsible for various duties which may include insulation extrusion, welding/corrugation (Uniwema), jacketing extrusion, and cable testing. This operator will start with one main job function in one of the areas listed above, and the expectation is that cross training to a multifunctional operator will be part of job development. Forklift experience is strongly preferred. Responsibilities: Process cable raw materials through various cable production operations to create a cable finished good with the use of construction sheets, machine setup sheets, and other process procedures. Observe equipment and cable during operation to assure quality production in accordance with applicable specifications. Operate material handling equipment as necessary to move work in process, raw materials, load and unload payoff and/or take-ups as necessary for aspects related to the process. Perform various hand operations necessary to the operation and maintenance of the production equipment and associated tooling. Use O.D. tape, micrometer, and vernier caliper to check material periodically during operation and maintain required production records. Where required, use electronic testing equipment to evaluate the electrical performance of the cable products per their electrical specifications. Detect faulty operations of equipment and defective material and refer these and other undesirable situations to manager. Follow all applicable safety and environmental regulations and procedures. Maintain a clean and orderly work area. Perform other similar and related duties, operate or assist in the operation of other department equipment as assigned. Qualifications: Requires reading, writing, adding, subtracting and carrying out of instructions; use fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices. Experience up to and including 3 months. Solid initiative; requires the use of judgment to comply with instructions and standard procedures involving the making of minor decisions.