Machine Operator 3rd Shift (Electrical Cable Manufacturing)

The Okonite Company; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Okonite Company is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd Shift in Electrical Cable Manufacturing. This role involves overseeing plant operations, ensuring quality control, and conducting preventive maintenance. Ideal candidates should possess a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and be able to handle physical workloads.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical & dental benefits

Employee stock ownership

Proactive safety culture

Smoke/tobacco free environment

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and mechanical aptitude required.
• Previous experience in plant operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate plant operations and activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Math capabilities

Strong troubleshooting skills

Flexibility in fast-paced environments

Education

High School graduate or GED

Job description

Machine Operator 3rd Shift (Electrical Cable Manufacturing)

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Job Description

We are seeking a Machine Operator (Electrical Cable Manufacturing) to join our team! You will help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control.

Job Description

We are seeking a Machine Operator (Electrical Cable Manufacturing) to join our team! You will help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control.

MACHINE OPERATORS

2nd Shift (4 p.m. to 12 midnight)

&

3rd Shift (12 midnight to 8 a.m.)

High School graduate or GED. Strong work ethic and a stable work history; ability to lift 50 pounds; mechanical aptitude; analytical and math capabilities a must; interest in learning manufacturing operations job skills. Duties included in the manufacturing of electrical cable: machine set-up, implementing manufacturing specifications, and documentation of production applications, among others. Forklift operator capabilities a plus. Okonite is a smoke free/tobacco free workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate plant operations and activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely fashion
• Load and unload equipment and materials
• Provide innovative solutions to improve plant efficiency
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on the plant
• Log and record readings for equipment and procedures
  
  

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in plant operations or other related fields
• Familiarity with plant tools and equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• You must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test.
  
  

Our employees enjoy competitive compensation; medical & dental; employee stock ownership; smoke/tobacco free environment; proactive safety culture; and other great benefits. To learn more about The Okonite Company, visit our website at: www.okonite.com

Company Description

The Okonite Company was founded in 1878, making it one of the original insulators of electrical wire and cable in the United States. Earliest customers included Samuel F.B. Morse for his telegraph network and Thomas A. Edison for the Pearl Street Generating Station, the nation's first, built in New York City in 1882.

In June 1976, Okonite became the largest company in the United States to be owned by its employees through an Employees' Stock Ownership Trust. As such, Okonite employees have a unique vested interest in the quality and service we provide.

Today, Okonite is headquartered in Ramsey NJ, approximately 30 miles northwest of New York City. At our six (6) manufacturing facilities, we make cables that range from 300V to 345kV insulated products that include Instrumentation, Power and Control, Medium Voltage, and High Voltage cables.

Okonite serves a multitude of markets including Electric Utility (Distribution, Transmission, and Generation including fossil and nuclear), Oil & Gas (refineries and production platforms), Chemical, Military bases, Railroad, Transit and Pulp & Paper. In addition, we provide cables to various other industrial customers in areas of Hospitals, Colleges & Universities, Water Treatment Plants and Data Centers. With today's focus on renewable energy, Okonite cables can be found at Wind Farms, Solar Farms, and Biofuel generating facilities.

The Okonite Company was founded in 1878, making it one of the original insulators of electrical wire and cable in the United States. Earliest customers included Samuel F.B. Morse for his telegraph network and Thomas A. Edison for the Pearl Street Generating Station, the nation's first, built in New York City in 1882. In June 1976, Okonite became the largest company in the United States to be owned by its employees through an Employees' Stock Ownership Trust. As such, Okonite employees have a unique vested interest in the quality and service we provide. Today, Okonite is headquartered in Ramsey NJ, approximately 30 miles northwest of New York City. At our six (6) manufacturing facilities, we make cables that range from 300V to 345kV insulated products that include Instrumentation, Power and Control, Medium Voltage, and High Voltage cables. Okonite serves a multitude of markets including Electric Utility (Distribution, Transmission, and Generation including fossil and nuclear), Oil & Gas (refineries and production platforms), Chemical, Military bases, Railroad, Transit and Pulp & Paper. In addition, we provide cables to various other industrial customers in areas of Hospitals, Colleges & Universities, Water Treatment Plants and Data Centers. With today's focus on renewable energy, Okonite cables can be found at Wind Farms, Solar Farms, and Biofuel generating facilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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