Extruder Operator - 1 1/4'' Day Shift

Optical Cable Corporation • Roanoke, VA, US, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Sets up, runs, and monitors 1 ¼” extrusion equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable. This role involves performing specific job responsibilities related to machine operation, quality control, documentation, and adherence to safety procedures. The position also emphasizes promoting service excellence, quality, and upholding the company's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to run a machine in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions.
• Ability to understand and implement quality procedures.
• Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.
• Sighted individual (i.e., vision corrected to 20/20) for significant reading and computer usage.
• Color vision ability.
• Normal hearing (i.e., hearing corrected to normal ranges).

Nice To Haves

• Six months of related experience and/or training

Responsibilities

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the file name to determine the product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and continuously monitors the 1 ¼” extrusion line for all 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.
• Accurately completes all documentation specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required. Completes non-conformity paperwork for all defects and problems in products.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with safety procedures and guidelines.
• Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.
• Champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED