* Machine Operator - Wire / Respool in Swedesboro

Energy Jobline ZR; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Machine Operator I in Swedesboro, NJ to set up, configure, operate and maintain braiding, insulation and winding equipment. You will read work orders, monitor controls, verify wire sizes with a micrometer, and record production data accurately.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 3+ years of machine operation experience, the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, good teamwork, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders.
• Monitor and adjust machine controls to regulate parameters.
• Detect product quality defects and report findings.
• Load wire onto pay-off spindle and thread through feed rolls.
• Start and monitor machine operation.
• Verify wire sizes with micrometer and Acromag.
• Inspect finished goods for defects and tag them.
• Record production data and complete paperwork.
• Follow safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Assist in training entry level operators.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Lifting ability

Team player

Basic math

Calibrations

HRIS software

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometer

Acromag

Job description

Position Summary:

The Machine Operator I set up, configures, operates, cleans and performs routine operational maintenance on, Respool, wire insulation taping, glass insulation wrapping, braiding machines, NEB and Wardwell’s.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Reads and interprets specifications of work orders.
• Monitors and adjusts machine controls to regulate process control parameters such as speed, tension, wire length, and spool size in accordance with verbal direction or process documentation, (work Instructions).
• Detects product quality defects and reports findings
• Places reel(s) of specified wire onto pay off spindle of machine (weighing up to 100lbs) and threads wire through feed rolls.
• Starts machine and observes operation to assure machines are running properly.
• Verifies wire sizes and calibrations using micrometer and Acromag.
• Examines wire for visual conformance to specifications and removes defects or defective pieces.
• Properly identifies and tags finished goods, records production data, and fills out associated production paperwork.
• Maintains acceptable productivity levels according to established standards (KPI).
• Follows correct operational routine maintenance and cleaning procedures on braider, Tapers, wrapping insulation machines and reloads insulating materials to insulate bare wire.
• Practices good housekeeping and safety procedures and adheres to all company policies.
• Practices 5S / Lean principles, follows safety procedures Using proper PPE and adheres to established quality policies
• Responsible for assisting in the training of entry level operators after six months of service.
• Trains on the following to progress to Machine Operator II (HH Arnolds, Binder oven, Entry Level Extruder)
• Active engagement in daily LDM to help drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

Abilities/Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.
• Ability to lift 35 Lbs. unassisted and up to 100 lbs. with lift device.
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to use Hand tools correctly
• Ability to lean, reach, kneel, and stand for long periods of time
• Basic math skills are needed.
• Knowledge of calibration metal types and codes
• Computer skills to effectively use Human Resource Information System and ability to utilize on-line training
• Must be a good team player and can work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Educational/Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) .
• 3 + years previous machine operation experience.

Requirements:

• Internal candidates must be in good company standings

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