Inspector - In Process

Optical Cable Corporation; Virginia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an Inspector to test and inspect optical fiber and sub-cables through the production process, ensuring quality and reliability. The role involves setting up and operating OTDR testing equipment, interpreting data, and maintaining documentation to meet exacting standards.

The job requires ability to read procedures, attention to detail, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. Night shift differential applies with schedule 6:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; six months related experience preferred.
• Ability to set up, run and monitor test equipment; follow quality procedures.
• Math and handwriting skills; attention to detail; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Select optical fiber and sub-cables to be tested based on production priorities.
• Strip fibers and use OTDR equipment to test length, breaks and attenuation.
• Observe, measure and inspect fibers for wall thickness, diameter, concentricity, print and color per shop order.
• Evaluate data to validate deviations from standards and complete inspection paperwork.

Job description

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Inspector - In Process

Full- Time Regular COGS Roanoke, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2172

Salary Range: $17.90 To $32.09 Hourly

Basic Function

Tests and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables at various stages during the production process and evaluates data to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of products by performing the following job responsibilities:

Significant Responsibilities

• Selects optical fiber and sub-cables to be tested based on priorities set by production.
• Strips optical fiber and sub-cables and uses OTDR testing equipment to test for length, breaks, and attenuation.
• Observes, measures, and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables for qualities such as wall thickness, diameter, concentricity, print, and color as required per the shop order.
• Evaluates data to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
• Completes all inspection paperwork specific to this job function.

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 requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education & Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months of related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Ability to set up, run, and monitor test equipment 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 handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.

Working Conditions: While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for communication with coworkers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. 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.

Shift Differential

Eligible night and weekend shifts receive an additional 10% shift differential.

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.

The regular schedule for this position is 6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Monday - Thursday with some schedule flexibility required; overtime is also available.

44 hours/week