Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Teledyne Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Cable Solutions (TCS) is seeking a Wire & Cable machine operator for the 2pm-10:45pm shift. This temp-to-hire role requires passing a background check and drug screen. You will set up and operate extruders, braiders, stripers, and related equipment per instructions and safety rules.

Responsibilities include reading job specs, adjusting machines, monitoring cable quality, troubleshooting issues, and cross-training with other operators. Must be US Person eligible.

Qualifications

• Review documentation and product with high level of detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to perform basic math operations in all units.
• Familiarity with measuring tools (micrometer, caliper, tape).
• Focus on quality; apply feedback to improve performance.
• Punctual and reliable attendance; meets schedules.
• Willing to cross-train across machine operations.
• Treats coworkers and management with respect.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operation of machines per written work instructions and safety protocols.
• Read job specifications to determine adjustments and material requirements.
• Activate machine once setup is complete and verified.
• Observe operation to detect malfunctions and monitor cable quality.
• Troubleshoot process problems.
• Willing to cross-train in all machine operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical ability

Measuring tools

Quality-focused

Punctuality

Cross-training

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometer

Caliper

Measuring tape

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Please Note: This is a temp-to-hire position. Successful candidates will be directed to the temporary staffing agency of our choosing to complete their application process. Offer will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Teledyne Cable Solutions (TCS)

TCS provides application-specific, multi-core cable, and ruggedized assemblies for a variety of industries. It is comprised of Storm Cable and VariSystems, an integrated alliance supplying engineered solutions to challenging cable situations.

POSITION SUMMARY

Runs Wire & Cable machines such as extruders, braiders, stripers, bunchers, planetary, re-spoolers, and twinners by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-up and operation of machines in accordance to written work instruction and safety protocols.
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Pushes button or switch to activate machine once set up is complete and verified.
• Observes machine operation to detect machine malfunction and monitor cable quality throughout the process.
• Trouble shooting process problems.
• Willing to receive and provide cross-training in all machine operations.

Other duties may be assigned.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to review and comprehend documentation, processes and/or product with high level of detail
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Familiarity with measuring tools; micrometer, caliper, measuring tape etc.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
• Is consistently at work and on time and arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to extended work hours when necessary to reach goals
• Willing to participate in cross-training efforts
• Treats co-workers and management team with respect

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Target Pay Rate:

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour.

Physical Demands

Requires ability to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to grip and feel and reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs.

Requires the ability to distinguish colors.

Use of safety glasses and safety toe shoes required

Core work schedule of 2pm-10:45pm Monday - Friday with availability for OT M-Sa.

Due to the nature of the work performed at our facility, all applicants must hold "US Person" status. A US Person is defined as a person who is a US Citizen by birth or naturalization, a “Green Card holder” as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101 (a)(20) or a person defined as a ”Protected Individual” with refugee or asylee status.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.