Cable Machine Operator – 3rd Shift

Times Microwave Systems; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

12 holidays per year

Job summary

Times Microwave Systems in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Cable Machine Operator to support production of raw cable to required specifications. You will set up, run and help resolve issues on Braiding, Tape Wrapping, Extrusion, and specialized wire equipment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1-2 years in manufacturing, strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read micrometers/calipers, basic math, and English proficiency. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, 1-2 years of technical school preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to perform basic math with fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Proficiency with computer applications.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs and stand up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate cable manufacturing machines and basic mechanical equipment.
• Perform machine setups.
• Diagnose and help resolve basic machine problems.
• Read and follow work instructions to manufacture quality cable.
• Complete documentation and traceability logs.
• Complete in-process quality control procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Micrometers & calipers

Basic math

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school training

Tools

Braiding Machines

Tape Wrapping Equipment

Extrusion Machines

Specialized Wire Equipment

Job description

FLSA: Hourly

Summary

The Cable Machine Operator supports the production of raw cable to required specifications. The Cable Machine Operator sets up, runs and helps problems solve Cable Manufacturing Machines: Braiding Machines, Tape Wrapping Equipment, Extrusion Machines and Specialized Wire Equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively operate cable manufacturing machines and basic mechanical machines
• Perform machine setups
• Diagnose and help resolve basic problems with machinery
• Read and follow work instructions to manufacture quality cable
• Complete required documentation and traceability logs
• Complete in-process quality control procedures

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience, 1-2 years of technical school preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read micrometers and calipers
• Ability to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide), including working with fractions and decimals.
• Ability to work with small hand tools
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Proficiency with computer applications
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours/day

We are pleased to provide high-quality, competitive and comprehensive benefits for our employees. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage, HSA and FSA, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. Full-time and part-time employees are eligible for paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, and may participate in our 401(k) plan, which includes an automatic 3% company contribution, plus a 50% company match on the first 8% of employee contributions.

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.