Cable Operator

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school education or the equivalent.
• Previous experience as Stander Operator and/or Twist Operator

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to operate a 3600 mm drum twist machine that will twist together pairs of conductors or triads of insulated conductors.    Use either single insulated conductors, twisted pairs or triads and bunch together to make a cable. Insure that machines, tooling, feed systems, fixtures and accessory equipment are operating properly, production output conforms to specifications, and safety equipment is functioning and used at all times.  Maintain continuous check on machine operation and feeding of wire.   Make routine in process quality checks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate the 3600 mm machine by learning all aspects of equipment
• Observes machine to detect malfunctioning
• Load/unload pay off reels and binder head operation
• Change dies and fillers as needed
• String up the Cabler
• Recognize defective material
• Locate, read, and interpret set up sheets
• Handling of materials to run the machines such as wire, empty reels, and tickets.  
• Housekeeping to promote safety and quality; must keep the inside of machines free of loose wire and maintain the area when staging bobbins for future runs.  
• Enter output and quality data into PRT system and accurately complete all paperwork.
• Perform quality checks as required to ensure wire meets UL, customer and plant specifications.
• Tagging and disposition of non-conforming reels.
• Remove finished reels from wire take up machines and replace with an empty reel.  Move finished reels to designated locations within the department.  Fill in on, or regularly operate, machines and equipment on special or routine production runs.
• Exercise responsibility for keeping set-up records up to date.  Notify supervisor regarding any changes required in the setup or tooling.  Report accurately production output, time and other specified information on standard shop forms.
• As time allows, assist other operators in the preloading and setup of the line.  Seek assistance as needed for line operation to insure smooth production flow and output.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Read, write, perform mathematical calculations, understand verbal or written instructions, provide verbal or written information to others, work continuous shift if requested, work scheduled or unscheduled overtime if requested, maintain a good attendance and punctuality record, follow all safety rules and maintain housekeeping in area of responsibility, work well with others, and distinguish colors correctly.

• Must be able to multi task.

• This position requires standing and walking for most of the shift.  The position duties require bending, lifting, pushing and pulling.  Usage of material handling equipment available when needed.  Ability to hear; excessive noise level requires the use of hearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), other PPEs required: safety glasses and steel toed safety shoes.

• Judgment, initiative, and analytical effort are required in setting up and adjusting equipment; investigating causes of substandard quality of components and products; and overcoming difficulties with materials, machines, and accessory equipment during setup and production runs.

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

• OJT - Will use company systems – SAP

SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.   Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.