Cable Cutter

Viaphoton; Naperville, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision from day 1

401(k) with match

PTO grows over time

10 holidays (2 floating)

Job summary

viaPhoton is seeking a dependable Cable Cutter to join our manufacturing team in Naperville, IL. You will cut fiber optic cables to exact lengths using specialized equipment, ensuring specs are met for data-center and 5G projects.

You'll read orders, inspect quality, and maintain inventory with a focus on safety and efficiency. The role offers competitive hourly pay and solid benefits from day one, with opportunities to grow in a fast‑paced, tech‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cable cutting or related manufacturing roles preferred
• Attention to detail and precision in measurements
• Basic math for measurements and calculations
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Adherence to safety policies and PPE requirements
• Health, dental, and vision coverage starts day 1

Responsibilities

• Operate cable cutting equipment to cut fiber optic cables to required lengths and specifications
• Read and interpret Manufacturing Orders and technical specs
• Inspect cable quality and ensure cuts meet standards
• Maintain accurate inventory tracking and report quantities and scrap
• Keep cutting equipment clean and the work area organized and safe
• Collaborate with team lead to prioritize and schedule tasks

Skills

Cable cutting

Reading specs

Attention to detail

Basic math

Team communication

Forklift experience

Job description

Schedule: Mon–Fri 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 1:00 AM

Compensation: $18.00 - $18.50 per hour, plus a $2,000 prepaid card for medical expenses (prorated based on start date)

Who We Are

We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led. viaPhoton builds custom-engineered fiber optic solutions that power AI infrastructure, data centers, and 5G networks for some of the biggest names in tech. In five years we've grown to a team of 200+ and 4x'd our revenue in the last year alone, and we're just getting started. We're looking for dependable, hardworking people who take pride in their work and want to grow with us.

About the Role

You'll be the precision expert behind cutting fiber optic cables to exact specifications for our fastest-growing projects. This hands-on role puts you right at the center of our manufacturing pipeline, working with specialized equipment and contributing directly to products heading to major data centers and 5G networks.

• Operate cable cutting equipment to cut fiber optic cables to required lengths and specifications
• Read and interpret Manufacturing Orders and technical specs to understand cutting requirements
• Inspect cable quality and make sure cuts meet required standards before moving to the next stage
• Maintain accurate inventory tracking and report cable quantities and scrap
• Keep cutting equipment clean and well-maintained, and keep your work area organized and safe
• Work with the lead to prioritize and schedule cable cutting tasks

What You'll Bring

• Have previous experience in cable cutting or related manufacturing roles (a plus, but not required)
• Have careful attention to detail and can work with precision to meet tight specs
• Have basic math skills for measurements and calculations
• Communicate clearly and work well with a team
• Have forklift experience (a plus, but not required)
• Follow safety policies and procedures closely, with proper PPE
• Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
• 401(k) with match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
• Flexible PTO that grows over time
• 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays

At viaPhoton, we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We reinforce this through our core values and beliefs as well as our processes and strategic goals. We remind team members to seek various viewpoints, learn and be hungry with curiosity, and gain trust.

We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions based on merit and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, health condition, genetic information, marital or family status, military or veteran status, socioeconomic background, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We provide reasonable accommodations and adjustments throughout the hiring process. If you need one, please let us know. Any personal data you share with us is handled confidentially and in line with applicable data protection law.