Machine Operator - Cabler NIGHTS

Optical Cable Corporation• Roanoke, VA, US, VA

100d•Onsite

About The Position

Sets-up, runs, and monitors 36” up to 64”cabling equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable. This role involves reading set-up sheets, determining product specifications, machine adjustments, and material requirements. The operator will set up, run, and monitor cabling lines for all standard products, as well as a respooling machine for fillers. A key part of the job is observing, measuring, and inspecting products at various stages to ensure they meet specifications, and correctly completing all required documentation. The role also includes cleaning equipment, recognizing and assisting in solving production defects and problems, and adhering to all safety procedures and guidelines. Additionally, the position requires promoting service excellence, quality, and championing the company's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Six months related experience and/or training preferred.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.
Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.
Ability to read and follow basic instructions and 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.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Color vision required.
Hearing sufficient for communication with co-workers and alarm awareness.

Responsibilities

Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the product code to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments and material requirements.
Sets-up, runs and monitors the cabling lines for all standard products.
Sets-up and runs respooling machine located in the cabling area to respool fillers.
Observes, measures and inspects products at various stages of the production process to assure product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
Correctly 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.
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 request/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.