Manufacturing Technician - ACA - 1st Shift

AFL Telecommunications LLC; Duncan (OK); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% Shift Premium

401K company match 4%

Tuition reimbursement

Health/dental/vision/life insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

AFL Telecommunications LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Tech I to join the ACA manufacturing team in Duncan, OK. You will safely operate the production line, follow procedures, and strive for high quality while controlling costs in a dynamic team setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or 1+ year manufacturing experience), basic math, and willingness to learn. You will work the 1st shift (Mon-Thu, 4:45am-3:15pm) with strong safety and teamwork as priorities, and you’ll have

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1+ years manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read work instructions and perform basic math.
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Lift 15–40 pounds repeatedly; manual handling as needed.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to AFL EH&S policies.
• Monitor production and perform efficient machine changeovers.
• Ensure products meet specs and daily goals.
• Enter production and quality data accurately.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area; report issues.
• Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $4B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer

• 6% Shift Premium for 2nd shift/weekend night shift
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

The Manufacturing Tech I will be a member of the ACA manufacturing team and will be responsible for safely operating our production line and machines. This person must be diligent in adhering to procedures, focused on producing the best quality products, being highly productive and mindful of costs. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a challenging, dynamic, team-based manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
• Monitor production and conduct efficient machine changeovers.
• Ensure product meets quality specifications and daily production goals are achieved.
• Accurately enter production and quality data using a computer.
• Achieve and maintain assigned production process certifications.
• Maintain assigned work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Assist other operators with machine set-up and operation as needed.
• Document and report quality issues.
• Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks on time.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Personal Qualities

• Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decisions.
• Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems.
• Results focused - Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities.
• Communication Skills - Demonstrate communication skills necessary to interpret policies in situations requiring persuasion and prepare and present presentations.
• Relationship building skills- ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred or a 1+ years manufacturing experience.
• Schedule: 1st Shift - Monday - Thursday (4:45am - 3:15pm)
• Self-starter with integrity and confidence who strives to achieve even the most challenging environments with limited supervision.
• Able to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills who is comfortable in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.
• General understanding of manufacturing operations.
• Good time management.

Physical demands

• Job involves sitting, standing, walking and lifting for periods of time throughout the day.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical / drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.
• Must be able to lift between 15 and 40 pounds repeatedly daily.

Personal protective equipment requirements

• Safety Glasses must be always worn.
• Steel toes shoes must be always worn.
• Some positions will require ear plugs to be always worn.