Primary Operator (Temp to Hire)
About The Position
The Primary Operator supports the primary extrusion process in a wire and cable production environment, where insulation or jacketing materials are applied to wire and cable products. Working closely with senior operators, technicians, and supervisors, the operator helps ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role includes hands-on work with extrusion equipment and materials, process monitoring, product inspection, documentation, and workplace organization. Company-provided on-the-job training is available for extrusion processes, equipment, and quality requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Willingness to learn extrusion processes, materials, and equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial machinery and manufacturing operations.
- Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions accurately.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality in a production-based environment.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require.
- Strong attention to detail and focus on product quality and consistency.
- Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and data recording.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Time-management skills to meet production schedules and deadlines.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a shift.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
- Ability to bend, reach, and manually handle materials frequently.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, heat, and industrial materials and perform repetitive motions while operating and monitoring equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or industrial experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the setup, start-up, and shutdown of primary extrusion lines.
- Support operation of extruders, payoffs, take-ups, cooling troughs, and spark testers.
- Monitor process parameters, including temperature zones, line speed, pressure, and material flow.
- Load and stage raw materials, including resins, compounds, conductors, and reels.
- Perform basic equipment adjustments under supervision and according to standard operating procedures.
- Inspect in-process and finished products for surface defects, diameter variation, wall thickness, and color consistency.
- Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify product specifications.
- Complete production reports, quality checks, and material traceability documentation accurately.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- Communicate equipment issues, quality concerns, and process abnormalities to the extrusion lead or supervisor.
- Follow company safety policies, procedures, and work rules; use required personal protective equipment; and comply with lockout/tagout and machine-guarding requirements.
- Report injuries, near misses, unsafe conditions, and equipment damage immediately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
