Production Operator

Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

EAP

Flu shots

401K and Stock Ownership

Job summary

Prysmian Cables and Systems Usa is hiring for a full-time Machine Operator to monitor quality and operate production equipment across 2nd and 3rd shifts in Windham, CT. The role requires attention to detail, color discernment, and the ability to read micrometers, with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining traceability logs, performing setups, and adhering to safety policies. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401K plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to prioritize and pay close attention to detail.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending.
• Must read and distinguish colors.
• Able to use a micrometer and read measurements.
• Good English reading/writing skills.
• Team-oriented with overtime flexibility.
• Must pass background, drug test, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain product quality per standards.
• Perform setups, operate, and load/unload equipment.
• Follow written/verbal instructions and work orders.
• Maintain logs for traceability and quality control.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Support cross-training activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

English reading/writing

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Color discernment

Micrometer reading

Mechanical and computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometer

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution , as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector .

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Pay: $23.05- $27.83 per hour

Shift: 2nd and 3rd

Off Shift Differentials : $1/hour for second shift and $1.50/hour for third shift

Machine Operators are responsible for continuously monitoring and maintaining product quality based on established standards including visual and mechanical inspection of product, as well as work in a safe manner at all times following all safety policies and procedures. Performing setups in accordance with established procedure, operating, and loading/unloading equipment. Work from written and verbal instructions, procedures and work orders are also required.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintaining and logging all information required supporting traceability and quality, participating in cross-training activities, maintaining work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition, and performing other duties as required or directed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED.
• Ability to prioritize and pay close attention to detail.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending is required.
• Must be able to work independently and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to use and read a micrometer.
• The ability to demonstrate your mechanical and computer skills.
• Must have good English skills in reading, writing and communicating.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and to work overtime as the need arises.
• Must be able to pass background check, drug test, and physical.

Preferred:

• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Prior extrusion experience preferred.
• Wire drawing/extrusion/cabling experience.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Will be required to stand, walk, and bend frequently.

Occasionally lifting Occasionally required to lift and carry objects of 10-30 pounds as needed.

Occasionally required to push and pull reels.

Employee will be required to work productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast paced, highly pressured environment and be able to respond efficiently and courteously to unanticipated problems and crisis.

Insurance Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life/ AD&D Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Flu shots (paid)
• EAP

Financial Benefits:

• 401K Company Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift Premium

Time Off Benefits:

• Paid Vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our