Cable Manufacturing Technician: Training, Growth & Benefits

Lightera; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and wellness

401(k) with generous match

Tuition assistance and on-the-job tech

Career growth and advancement

Generous PTO and paid holidays

PPE and safety gear

Shift differential for 2nd shift

Climate-controlled facility

Consistent shifts and schedules

Shoe allowance

Job summary

Staffmark, partnering with a major manufacturing partner in Avon, CT, is hiring hands-on Manufacturing Technicians for their growing Cable Manufacturing operation. This is a Direct Hire opportunity with the client, offering training, comprehensive benefits, and long-term opportunities for growth.

The Manufacturing Technician will support extrusion, braiding and stranding, re-spooling, bobbin winding, cable packaging, optical testing, and production data entry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree or technical training preferred.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical, technical, or industrial background preferred.
• Extrusion or optical fiber/cable manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Strong basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, conversions, and calculations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate extruder lines and ancillary equipment used in cable manufacturing.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment and process parameters within established guidelines.
• Monitor material levels, product geometries, spool winding, and surface print quality throughout production runs.
• Review work orders, materials, specifications, drawings, and process requirements.
• Test and inspect cable to ensure it meets product and customer specifications.
• Perform cable packaging, re-spooling, bobbin winding, and other production activities as needed.
• Enter and maintain accurate production and quality information in company databases.
• Work closely with Engineering to support new processes and production development.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and department goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures, ISO guidelines, and established manufacturing processes.
• Properly handle, label, and dispose of chemicals and materials according to established procedures.
• Support other production processes, departments, and operators based on business needs.

Skills

Manufacturing

Read drawings

Math skills

Troubleshooting

Safety

Mechanical aptitude

Adaptability

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree/technical training

Tools

Extrusion equipment

Testing equipment

Job description

Staffmark, partnering with a major manufacturing partner in Avon, CT, is hiring hands-on Manufacturing Technicians for their growing Cable Manufacturing operation. This is a Direct Hire opportunity with the client, offering training, comprehensive benefits, and long-term opportunities for growth.

The Manufacturing Technician will support extrusion, braiding and stranding, re-spooling, bobbin winding, cable packaging, optical testing, and production data entry.