Machine Operator | Operador de Máquina

LAKE CABLE, LLC

Bensenville (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 32,000

Full time

11 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (company paid)

Voluntary Life/AD&D

Voluntary Life/AD&D (child)

Short-term disability (company paid)

Long-term disability (company paid)

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Production bonus

Competitive pay

Job summary

Lake Cable, LLC in Illinois is seeking a Machine Operator to set up, operate, and monitor equipment that manufactures wire and cable products. All shifts are available, with a focus on quality and safety.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read manufacturing drawings, and safe operation of machinery. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and advancement opportunities within a 450+ employee company.

Qualifications

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and follow daily priority schedule.
Review and interpret router and/or drawings of the product to be run.
Set up the machine and locate the product to be run.
Load the product to be run and the take up.
Start the machine and take a sample to ensure product is within specification.
Restart the machine and monitor the line to ensure specifications are maintained.
Complete finished tags/labels for the completed product.
Maintain daily log sheets and safe work practices.
Attend monthly shift and Safety meetings.
Be able to work weekends as necessary.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Attention to detail

English communication

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Machine Operator

Regular Full-Time Illinois, Bensenville, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1188

Salary Range: $18.50 To $23.00 Hourly

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you.

For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications . BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.

Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.

If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…

Job Summary

The Machine Operator sets up, operates, and monitors equipment used to manufacture wire and cable products.

All shifts available

Essential Functions:

Review and follow daily priority schedule
Review and interpret router and/or drawings of the product to be run
Set up the machine and locate the product to be run
Load the product to be run (Pay Out) and the take up (the empty spool on which the product will be placed)
Start the machine and take a sample to ensure that product is within specification
Ability to discern differences in color hue
Restart the machine and monitor the line to ensure that specifications are maintained
Complete finished tags and/or labels for the completed product
Complete other information, as required, and the daily log sheets
Perform all work in a safe manner
Clean and maintain good housekeeping habits and follow prescribed safety regulations throughout the shift
Report any unsafe conditions, maintenance problems, or any other issues that occurred on the shift to the supervisor
Attend monthly shift and Safety meetings

Knowledge:

Possess knowledge of specific types of tooling required to manufacture wire and cable
Basic understanding of standard measuring instruments such as a ruler, measuring tape, caliper, micrometer, as well as automated equipment used to verify conformance to product specifications
Ability to identify information listed on a work order to determine inspection criteria, as well as to verify identification numbers and product types
Understand the impact of deviations from specifications
Must have basic troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of applicable safety, health, and environmental requirements for performing the job

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Close attention to detail and ability to decide as to whether or not to continue running a product line based upon product meeting dimensional, mechanical and electrical specifications or whether to reject the product and/or shut the line down
Able to perform activities requiring physical exertion and dexterity in the handling of materials
Able to communicate in English to the extent that required documentation related to production can be completed
Good mathematical aptitude and the ability to measure in feet and meters

Qualifications:

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
Paid time off
401(k) match
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance (company paid)
Voluntary Life/AD&D
Voluntary Life/AD&D (child)
Short-term disability (company paid)
Long-term disability (company paid)
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Referral program
Production bonus
Competitive pay

Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately‑owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.