Operator

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Operator to efficiently handle one or more pieces of equipment within a high voltage cable production facility, ensuring the manufacture of superior quality products while maintaining a safe workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Operatively and safely manage equipment used in cable manufacturing, maintaining cleanliness and quality standards.
• Interact proficiently with Man Machine Interface (MMI) systems and operator displays on the shop floor.
• Comprehend and adhere to Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure proper equipment functioning and product excellence.
• Accurately complete and uphold all required operational documentation and paperwork.
• Input and oversee production-related data through MMI or touch screen systems, including reports, tally records, and scrap tracking.
• Utilize and maintain hand tools necessary for equipment setup, disassembly, and operation.
• Conduct quality verifications and inspections using micrometers, OTDR, gauge block microscopes, and other relevant instruments to confirm product specifications.

Desired Outcomes

• Competent and knowledgeable in equipment operation.
• Effective learning and utilization of MMI and touch screen interfaces.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and resourcefulness in daily operations.
• Dedication to continual process improvement.
• Capable of training and guiding team members.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma mandatory; technical educational background preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing environments highly desirable.
• Ability to read, write, and understand plant-related documents and protocols.
• Capacity to follow instructions from supervisors and colleagues.
• Basic mathematical competency to interpret process documentation, SOPs, and monitor material and scrap usage.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedural standards.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical examination and drug screening.
• Willingness to travel temporarily to other North American locations for training purposes.

Physical Demands

• Continuous simple grasping of objects up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull reels up to 36 inches in diameter using up to 50 pounds of force.
• Carrying distances of up to 10 feet and pushing/pulling distances ranging between 50 to 100 feet.
• Capability to lift loads from heights between 2 to 4 feet.
• Fine motor skills required for inspection, wire manipulation, microscopic analysis, keyboard input, and operating MMI/touch screen devices.

Safety and Work Environment

• Strict adherence to company safety guidelines and protocols is essential.
• Work performed under generally favorable conditions with exposure to electrical environments.
• Mandatory use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.