Operator, Cabler I

Southwire Company; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement & Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Southwire Company in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a Cabler 1 Operator to safely operate cabling equipment, load reels, and interpret production orders for quality delivery.

Responsibilities include machine inspections, scrap handling, and completing orders under supervision. The role requires a high school diploma, English proficiency, and ability to lift heavy loads; Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and speak English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.
• Responsible for completing production orders to customer specifications and producing a quality product.
• Operator is responsible for machine inspections.
• Put scrap into designated scrap bins.
• Any other job duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Quality checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Lafayette, IN

Shift: 6:45 pm - 7:00 AM

Pay Rate:$21.84– $23.24

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
The Cabler 1 Operator is a medium skilled role that is responsible for safe and efficient operations of the machine, including loading/unloading reels, making hook splices, reading and interpreting production orders, selecting, identifying and installing tooling to meet production order specifications, adjusting lay length and binder tightness, loading binder, loading fillers and operating longitudinal taping head.

For example, some machines that would be ran are: Drum Twister (Heflin and SCUPP), Cabling and Shielding Machines, Bunchers or Twisters (VRP)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time

PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.
Responsible for completing production orders to customer specifications or other requirements, thereby producing a quality product that can be delivered to the customer on time.
Operator is responsible for machine inspections.
Put scrap into the designated scrap bins.
Any other job duties as assigned.

CROSS TRAINING:
Will be required to cross-train onequipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required tofill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

QUALITY:
Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities.
Responsible for maintaining general housekeeping, using shop floor correctly, and complying with legislative regulations.
Quality checks on the products the operator is running.
Quality inspection of products compared to production order.
Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager

SAFETY:
Working safely is a condition of employment.
Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
Follow all safety procedures and rules
Properly wear all required PPE
Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do
Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do
Maintain all work areas to 5S standards
Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis
Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting.
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.