Cableware machinist

Central Wire•Pomfret, CT

4d•$19 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Loos & Co’s Cableware department manufactures and processes wire and cable products for industrial applications. The Cableware Machinist may operate machinery, assemble cable components, inspect products for quality, and ensure materials meet customer specifications. The role supports production of reliable, high-quality cable products in accordance with safety and production standards, in a clean manufacturing environment. The employee is responsible for maintaining an organized work area, following housekeeping, preventive maintenance, and FOD standards, inspecting parts and products against specifications and work documents, using required protective equipment, working safely, and maintaining accurate and retrievable documentation. The position requires attention to detail, mechanical and technical aptitude, communication and basic math skills, dependability, punctuality, teamwork, and meeting productivity standards. This is a full-time, in-person position with an eight-hour Monday–Friday schedule. Employees may be expected to work beyond normal hours, on weekends or holidays, on other shifts, or temporarily in other positions when needed. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with variable temperatures and requires standing, walking, sitting, repetitive movements, dexterity, concentration, and arduous exertion, including lifting, carrying, pushing, bending, and reaching. The role may involve handling heavy containers, equipment, or boxes and operating forklifts or other equipment. Applicants must meet U.S. government eligibility requirements for the position. A high school diploma or GED, or two to four years of manufacturing experience, is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. A valid, maintained driver’s license is required. Forklift experience is helpful. Pre-employment drug testing and background checks are required.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by the cited U.S. government regulations.
High school diploma or GED, or two to four years of manufacturing experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Valid and maintained driver’s license.
Ability to speak, read, and understand English to interpret instructions, policies, procedures, prints, shipping documentation, and written communications.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, invoices, pick lists, schematics, shipping receipts, test results, work orders, and other specifications.
Analytical and reasoning ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions, troubleshoot performance or errors, and handle standardized problems.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work, manage time, and monitor work for accuracy and quality.
Mechanical and technical aptitude, including ability to work with computer-controlled and mechanical machinery.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and work well with others.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, repetitive movement, hand and finger dexterity, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, bending, and handling potentially heavy items.
Ability to maintain concentration and alertness and meet the stated vision requirements, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with variable temperatures and comply with cleanliness and safety standards.
Ability to work beyond normal hours, weekends, holidays, other shifts, or short-term transfers when necessary.
Must complete required pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and organized work area, following daily housekeeping, preventive maintenance, and FOD standards.
Inspect parts, pallets, and products for specified quality and characteristics, including quantity, color, appearance, diameter, and dimensions; raise quality concerns with supervision or purchasing as appropriate.
Use required protective equipment and follow safety and security procedures; report potential and actual hazards and use equipment and materials properly.
Complete and maintain accurate, legible, identifiable, retrievable, and timely documentation while protecting proprietary information.
Operate machinery, assemble cable components, inspect products, and ensure materials meet customer specifications.
Apply manufacturing principles, standards, and procedures to production assignments and programs to meet customer requirements and on-time delivery.
Meet or exceed productivity and efficiency standards while maintaining safety and quality.
Work cooperatively with others, assist colleagues when needed, and ask questions or seek help when appropriate.
Maintain punctual attendance and complete documentation in a timely fashion.