LARGE MACHINE OPERATOR – WEEKEND #2064

Optical Cable Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

EAP

Job summary

Optical Cable Corporation in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Cabler/Strander Operator for a weekend shift. The role runs 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Friday through Sunday, with some schedule flexibility and overtime available; 33 hours per week with full-time benefits.

You will set up, run, and monitor the cabling line, use the Planetary Strander, and manage a respooling station. Attention to setup sheets, product codes, and quality documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to operate a machine in a production environment.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions and understand quality procedures.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and work with measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Reads the setup sheet using the product code to determine product, machine adjustments, and materials.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors the Planetary Strander for standard and nonstandard products.
• Operates a respooling machine to handle sub cables, fillers, and wire.
• Inspects products to ensure compliance with setup specifications.
• Completes documentation related to the job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination and resolves issues or informs supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Math skills

Handwriting

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Hoist operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Planetary Strander

Respooling machine

Job description

Cabler/Strander Operator – WEEKEND

6:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday – Sunday with some schedule flexibility required; overtime is also available. 33 hours / week with full time benefits

Basic Function

Sets up, runs, and monitors Cabler/Strander/Rework Line equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable.

Significant Responsibilities

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the product code to determine the product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors the Planetary Strander for all standard and nonstandard products.
• Sets up and runs a respooling machine located in the cabling area to respool sub cables, fillers, and wire.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to ensure the product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
• Correctly completes all documentation 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.
• Runs the rework line when the workload at the Strander allows including washing cables with E Cleaner or MEK, printing cables, stripping cables, respooling cables, wire, and fillers, and using the stripping wheel to strip armor and FRP cables.

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 mission, vision, and values

(as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); 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:

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment. Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly. Ability to read and follow basic instructions and 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. Ability to operate a forklift. Ability to operate a hoist.

Working Conditions

While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs. 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 detecting alarms and 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.

Compensation:

$17.90 – $25.97

Shift Differential:

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

Benefits:

• company-sponsored health
• dental
• vision plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• life insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident
• a 401(k) plan
• an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• education assistance
• wireless discounts
• security options including Healthy Rewards®
• Secure Travel®
• Will Preparation
• Identity Theft protection
• generous paid time off
• holiday schedules

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.

Optical Cable Corporation is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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