Extruder Operator - 3''

Optical Cable Corporation; Roanoke (VA); Vor Ort; USD 37.000 - 53.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an Extruder Operator for the 3'' extrusion line in Roanoke, VA. You will read setup sheets, adjust machinery and monitor production to ensure cable quality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in machine operation. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Competitive hourly wage and benefits apply.

Qualifikationen

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1–2 years in machine operation (setup and troubleshooting) preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills; orientation completion required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, use measuring tools, and document activities.

Aufgaben

• Read the setup sheet and automation file to determine product, adjustments, and material needs.
• Set up, run and monitor the 3” extrusion line for all products.
• Inspect products at various production stages to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Apply prints to cables using jet and mechanical printers as required.
• Complete all paperwork related to the job function and maintain clean equipment.
• Identify defects and assist in problem solving; file non-conformity reports when needed.
• Follow safety procedures, guidelines, and company policies.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Math skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Quality procedures

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Syspro ERP System

Jobbeschreibung

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Extruder Operator - 3''

Full- Time Regular COGS Roanoke, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2183

Salary Range: $17.90 To $25.67 Hourly

Basic Function: Sets-up, runs and monitors 3” extrusion equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable by performing the following duties.

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the automation file to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs and continually monitors the 3” extrusion line for all products.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to assure product is being produced per proper automation file.
• Applies print to cables using jet printers and mechanical printers as required.
• Correctly completes all paperwork specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required. Completes non-conformity paperwork for all defects and problems in products.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines set forth by this company.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures (including safety), ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Organizational Responsibility - Member of the production team operating machines on an as needed basis
• Communication - Communicates on a regular basis with coworkers, lead operators and supervisors.
• Confidentiality - Standard level of confidentiality for product and order information
• Financial Responsibility - Efficient use of materials, limit remake and rework issues
• Judgment - Strive for error-free production to eliminate customer service and quality issues
• Compliance – Follows product procedures, safety, ISO, SOX and MIL standards

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: 1 – 2 years applying fundamental concepts and practice preferred in machine operation (including set-up and troubleshooting)

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. Must successfully complete orientation

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Mechanical aptitude with the ability to review specifications, set up, run and monitor a machine in a production environment. Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly. Ability to read and follow basic instructions. Ability to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and documentation skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Pay close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems. Ability to organize, complete tasks and manage time. Ability to type and use a keyboard to operate in Syspro ERP System.

Working Conditions: While performing the job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for detection of alarms and communication with coworkers. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles – appropriate individual safety devices are provided for proper handling. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Additional Compensation Information: The posted pay range reflects the established base salary or hourly wage range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, and business needs. New hires are typically hired below the midpoint of the range. Eligible positions may receive applicable shift differentials, skill premiums, or other forms of additional compensation.

Basic Function: Sets-up, runs and monitors 3” extrusion equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable by performing the following duties.

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the automation file to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs and continually monitors the 3” extrusion line for all products.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to assure product is being produced per proper automation file.
• Applies print to cables using jet printers and mechanical printers as required.
• Correctly completes all paperwork specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required. Completes non-conformity paperwork for all defects and problems in products.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines set forth by this company.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures (including safety), ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Organizational Responsibility - Member of the production team operating machines on an as needed basis
• Communication - Communicates on a regular basis with coworkers, lead operators and supervisors.
• Confidentiality - Standard level of confidentiality for product and order information
• Financial Responsibility - Efficient use of materials, limit remake and rework issues
• Judgment - Strive for error-free production to eliminate customer service and quality issues
• Compliance – Follows product procedures, safety, ISO, SOX and MIL standards

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: 1 – 2 years applying fundamental concepts and practice preferred in machine operation (including set-up and troubleshooting)

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. Must successfully complete orientation

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Mechanical aptitude with the ability to review specifications, set up, run and monitor a machine in a production environment. Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly. Ability to read and follow basic instructions. Ability to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and documentation skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Pay close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems. Ability to organize, complete tasks and manage time. Ability to type and use a keyboard to operate in Syspro ERP System.

Working Conditions: While performing the job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for detection of alarms and communication with coworkers. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles – appropriate individual safety devices are provided for proper handling. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Additional Compensation Information: The posted pay range reflects the established base salary or hourly wage range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, and business needs. New hires are typically hired below the midpoint of the range. Eligible positions may receive applicable shift differentials, skill premiums, or other forms of additional compensation.

6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday with some schedule flexibility required; overtime is also available.

44 hours / week