Fiber Optic Cable Production Operator

Optical Cable Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Overtime available

Job summary

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an experienced operator for its fiber optic cable production line in Roanoke, VA. You will read setup sheets, configure the Planetary Strander, and handle sub cable respooling and rework tasks.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to work with measuring devices, and strict adherence to quality procedures. Teamwork, attention to detail, and forklift/hoist operation are essential; overtime and night shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; six months related experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate a machine in a production environment; read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Reads set-up sheet and uses product code to determine product, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors Planetary Strander for standard and nonstandard products.
• Sets up and runs respooling machine to respool sub cables, fillers, and wire.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products to ensure conformance with set-up sheet specifications.
• Completes all required documentation for this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes defects and assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor.
• Operates rework line including washing cables, printing, stripping, respooling, and using the stripping wheel.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read instructions

Quality procedures

Team player

Forklift operation

Hoist operation

Attention to detail

Measuring devices

Education

High school diploma or GED

6 months related experience

Tools

Forklift

Measuring tools

Hoist equipment

Job description

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an experienced operator for its fiber optic cable production line in Roanoke, VA. You will read setup sheets, configure the Planetary Strander, and handle sub cable respooling and rework tasks.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to work with measuring devices, and strict adherence to quality procedures. Teamwork, attention to detail, and forklift/hoist operation are essential; overtime and night shifts may apply.