Extrusion Operator - 2nd and 3rd Shift available

EIS Wire & Cable Inc.; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Shift differential

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

EIS Wire & Cable Inc. in Western Massachusetts is seeking experienced machine operators for 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will set up and operate extrusion equipment to apply insulation material to copper conductors or cable cores and ensure steady production.

The role requires reading and following written and verbal instructions in English, performing quality checks, and recording data in the computer. You may also participate in Lean initiatives to reduce setup times and improve throughput.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow written and spoken English.
• Able to lift 50 lb with assistance.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extruders to apply insulation material on copper conductor or cable core.
• Read and follow work instructions and complete paperwork.
• Enter transactions into the computer.
• Perform quality checks and use test equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe work area; follow Kanban.
• Stack reels on pallets and support Lean initiatives.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Troubleshooting

Color identification test

Tools

Test equipment usage

Job description

We are looking for experienced machine operators on 2nd and/or 3rd shifts. Set-up and operator extruders to apply insulation material to copper conductor or cable core. Shift differential and great benefits. Apply today!

About Us

EIS Wire and Cable's long history of engineering expertise and manufacturing excellence has resulted in strong and lasting business relationships with customers in a wide range of diverse industries. Our customers can count on the quality, service, and attention to evolving needs that they would expect of a manufacturing partner.

Today, EIS Wire and Cable Inc. operates a modern 125,000 sq. ft. facility based in Western Massachusetts and specializes in manufacturing a wide range of custom design and standard construction products-from single conductor hook-up wire to complex multi conductor composite cables.

Duties And Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Setup, adjust, and operate extruders to apply insulation material on copper conductor or cable core.
• Set up integral equipment pertinent to extruding wire and cable.
• Able to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Complete paperwork and enter computer transactions.
• Use all test equipment accurately.
• Must have good trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Follow standard work instructions and perform all set-ups & color changes.
• Have satisfactory attendance and performance record.
• Stack reels on pallets
• Train in Lean methods and participate in team projects such as set-up reduction to help reduce through-put time and increase productivity
• May be required to evaluate work center issues about materials, machines and workloads and report current status to supervisors.
• Perform quality checks.
• Understanding and adherence to the Kanban scheduling system
• Sweep & clean work area at the end of the shift and follow all safety and housekeeping instructions and policies.

Requirements

• Pass a color identification test.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Must have good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to lift 50 lb. with assistance
• Reliable attendance
• Position may have some required overtime

Schedule

• Full-time - 40+ hours per week
• Monday to Friday (3rd shift starts on Sunday night at 11 pm)
• 2nd Shift 3pm-11pm

The EIS Premier Benefits Package Includes

• Regular step pay increases for the first two years
• Medical Insurance (EIS funds 100% of the deductibles & 80% of premiums)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance - Company paid
• Paid time off (Holidays, vacation, sick, birthday, personal days)
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Shift Differential

JOB CODE: H0012026