Cable Tech: Extrusion & Testing (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance and on-the-job tech

Career growth opportunities

Generous PTO and paid holidays

PPE and work-shoe allowance

Climate-controlled facility

Consistent shifts

Job summary

Staffmark is partnering with a major manufacturing client in Avon, CT to hire hands-on Manufacturing Technicians for a growing cable manufacturing operation. Candidates will join the company directly and receive comprehensive training, benefits, and long-term growth opportunities.

This role supports extrusion, braiding, stranding, re-spooling, bobbin winding, packaging, optical testing, and production data entry, working in a climate-controlled facility with a focus on safety and quality.

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 read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong basic math skills including fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, conversions.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Reading drawings

Math/proportions

Fast learner

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or technical training preferred

Job description

Staffmark is partnering with a major manufacturing client in Avon, CT to hire hands-on Manufacturing Technicians for a growing cable manufacturing operation. Candidates will join the company directly and receive comprehensive training, benefits, and long-term growth opportunities.

This role supports extrusion, braiding, stranding, re-spooling, bobbin winding, packaging, optical testing, and production data entry, working in a climate-controlled facility with a focus on safety and quality.