Braiding Operator - 3rd Shift

Proterial Cable America; Ashaway (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Proterial Cable America in Ashaway, Rhode Island is seeking a Braiding Operator for the 3rd shift (12:00 AM–8:30 AM). You will operate braiding machines in a manufacturing, cleanroom environment and follow safety rules to protect workers in a high-pace production setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent; 1+ years on braiding equipment is preferred. You will set up, adjust, and monitor equipment, perform minor maintenance, and document production data as part of a team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of braiding machines experience preferred.
• Ability to understand directions and follow guidelines.
• Mechanical knowledge of machines, tools, repair and maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting to identify operating errors.
• Ability to take instruction and apply using judgment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor and maintain braiding machines.
• Make adjustments to optimize quality and output.
• Perform bobbin changes and knot-up mends as necessary.
• Replace spools and remove finished product from braiding machine.
• Input data into RF Smart and AX ERP systems.
• Keep work area clean and comply with safety rules.
• Occasional off-shift or weekend work may be required.
• Frequently lift/carry items over 100 pounds.

Skills

Braiding machines experience

Direction following

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Judgment under supervision

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Braiding Operator - 3rd Shift

Direct Labor - Full-Time Manual Labor Ashaway, Rhode Island, Ashaway, RI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1747

Salary Range: $19.00 To $21.00 Hourly

Please only apply if you are able to work the 3rd shift schedule:

3rd Shift - 12:00AM-8:30AM

Position Summary

The Braiding Operator is responsible for the operation of a braiding machine(s) to ensure optimum production speed and efficiency. This job operates in a manufacturing, cleanroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The ambient noise of this work environment is at or above OSHA-stipulated levels which require hearing protection to be worn. This position requires the employee to wear required protective equipment that may include but not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, goggles, safety boots and gloves. Employees working in this environment are automatically placed in the company’s Hearing Conservation Program and their hearing is checked annually for signs of deterioration.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Set up, operate, monitor and maintain braiding machines
• Makes necessary adjustments to process to optimize quality and output
• Performs bobbin changeovers and knot-up mends as necessary
• Replaces spools as required and removes finished product spool from braiding machine
• Performs line clearance activities as necessary
• Implement core changes as necessary
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines; conducts daily inspections
• Utilizes Smart Scope and/or vision system to examine and verify braid pick counts
• Utilizes scan gun and/or computer to input data into RF Smart and/or AX ERP system
• Fills out all necessary traveler paperwork/logs associated with the job
• Keeps work area clean and free of debris, trash, and excess material
• Assists in monitoring braiding and extrusion line setup/operation as well as pulling cores, traying, and packaging as needed
• Occasional off-shift or weekend work may be required as business needs demand
• Frequently lift/carry items over 100 pounds
• Obey all safety rules, use caution in work activities, and continuously practice safe behaviors
• Immediately report unsafe conditions/behaviors and work-related injuries to site supervision

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• 1+ years of work experience with braiding machines or comparable equipment preferred
• Ability to understand specific directions and follow guidelines that are common throughout the department
• Mechanical - knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance
• Troubleshooting - determining causes of operating errors and deciding on a course of action
• Ability to take instruction and apply using judgment in various situations is necessary
• Must be able to work with a high level of initiative while under moderate supervision

An Affiritive Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Proterial Cable America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.