Braid Operator 2nd Shift

Judd Wire, Inc.; Montague (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA/HSA

401(k) with Employer Match

Life, AD&D and Disability

PTO and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary overtime after 8 hours/day

Job summary

Judd Wire, Inc. in Turners Falls, MA is seeking a 2nd shift Braid Machine Operator. You will perform wire braiding operations, inspect finished product, and prepare for shipping or next process. Targeted on-the-job training starts day one and continues through your career.

Minimum hourly rate is $19.67–$23.62 with a $2.00/hour 2nd shift differential. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a noisy environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; knowledge of arithmetic including decimals and fractions.
• Ability to use adjustable measuring instruments.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations for measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire.
• Work from orders and customer requirements to prepare for shipping or next operation.
• Maintain braiding process by adjusting machine speeds and tension.
• Note raw material lot numbers and use company systems to track inventory.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean, orderly work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading orders

Measuring instruments

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Braid Operator 2nd Shift Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group

company, is looking for 2nd shift Braid Machine Operator in our Turners Falls, MA facility. Individuals will be responsible for a variety of duties including: Performing required operations connected with measuring, inspecting, testing and re-spooling wire and cable in preparation for shipping or its next operation. Targeted job training provided for all skill levels starting on day 1 and throughout your career at Judd Wire. Minimum Hourly Rate: $19.67-23.62/hour,$2.00/hour 2nd shift differential.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Work from orders, special customer requirements, requisitions, verbal instructions as to type of wire gauge and number of ends, number of picks or crossovers per inch; footage required on order and footage delivered from previous operations; meet schedules, work in BPCS system.
• Maintain desired number of ends; mount bobbins on braider carriers leading to ends of braiding point.
• Maintain good traverse during braiding operations; use micrometer to check wire gauges.
• Separate different gauges for use, return to stock.
• Follow SOP's; change take up reels before being overfilled.
• Make minor adjustments to ensure smooth machine operation, motor speeds, tension on carrier stems.
• Perform minor maintenance including oiling of machines.
• Cut loose ends of braid, separate bobbins, box for return to vendor and keep guards and shield over pulley gears and chain.
• Know raw material part and lot numbers as necessary.
• Utilize computer system to determine raw materials inventory as required to complete orders.
• May contact other departments regarding raw materials.
• Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or instructed by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED Knowledge of ordinary arithmetic including decimals, fractions, and simple use of specification together with use of adjustable measuring instruments.
• Position requires moderate physical effort consisting of frequent moving, average weights, lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling etc.
• Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes, dust, hot and cold temperatures etc.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• FSA/HSA
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life, AD&D and Disability
• PTO and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per week.