Hands-On Extrusion Operator — Wire & Cable

Data-Guide-Cable-Corp; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Data-Guide-Cable-Corp. is seeking a Primary Extrusion Operator to support insulation/jacket extrusion on wire and cable products in an on-site manufacturing environment.

You will work with senior operators, technicians, and supervisors to ensure safe, efficient production and high-quality output. Responsibilities include setup/startup/shutdown of extrusion lines, operating extrusion equipment, monitoring temperature and line speed, loading raw materials, performing adjustments, and completing

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on product quality and consistency.
• Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and data recording.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Time management skills to meet production schedules and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, start-up, and shutdown of primary extrusion lines.
• Support operation of extrusion equipment including extruders, payoffs, take-ups, cooling troughs, and spark testers.
• Monitor process parameters such as temperature zones, line speed, pressure, and material flow.
• Load and stage raw materials including resins, compounds, conductors, and reels.
• Perform basic equipment adjustments under supervision according to standard operating procedures.
• Inspect in-process and finished product for surface defects, diameter variation, wall thickness, and color consistency.
• Use measuring tools to verify product specifications.
• Accurately complete production reports, quality checks, and material traceability documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area according to 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Communicate equipment issues, quality concerns, or process abnormalities to the extrusion lead or supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Data-Guide-Cable-Corp. is seeking a Primary Extrusion Operator to support insulation/jacket extrusion on wire and cable products in an on-site manufacturing environment.

You will work with senior operators, technicians, and supervisors to ensure safe, efficient production and high-quality output. Responsibilities include setup/startup/shutdown of extrusion lines, operating extrusion equipment, monitoring temperature and line speed, loading raw materials, performing adjustments, and completing