Night 1.5” Extrusion Operator — Fiber Optic Cables

Optical Cable Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an 1.5” Extruder Operator for the night shift to set up, run, and monitor extrusion equipment. The role requires you to read set-up sheets, adjust machines, inspect outputs, and document processes, with attention to safety and quality. Overtime and shift differential may apply.

Responsibilities include applying print to cables, ensuring specifications, and maintaining clean equipment while adhering to company standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with six months of related experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions and use measuring devices.
• Ability to understand and implement quality procedures; math and handwriting skills required.
• Able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reads the set-up sheet and uses the file name to determine the product to be manufactured, print specifications, machine adjustments, material requirements, and/or special customer requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and continuously monitors the 1 ½” extrusion line for all standard products.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to ensure the product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
• Applies print to cables using jet printers as required.
• Completes all documentation specific to this job function and cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes defects and problems; assists in solving or notifies supervisor; completes non-conformity paperwork.
• Follows safety procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tools & measuring devices

Read instructions

Quality procedures

Math skills

Handwriting

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Optical Cable Corporation is seeking an 1.5” Extruder Operator for the night shift to set up, run, and monitor extrusion equipment. The role requires you to read set-up sheets, adjust machines, inspect outputs, and document processes, with attention to safety and quality. Overtime and shift differential may apply.

Responsibilities include applying print to cables, ensuring specifications, and maintaining clean equipment while adhering to company standards and procedures.