Production Line Operator

Prysmian Group•Lexington, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We, at Prysmian, consider all our operators to be the top craftsmen of fiber optic and cable manufacturing. The operation of our machines requires a range of skills and abilities that necessitate an attention to detail, the ability to learn detailed procedures, and patience. The positions that Prysmian is looking to fill include a need of different skill levels that are categorized as: entry level, mid-level, and highly skilled level positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic mathematic skills-adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and basic percentages
Basic computer utilization skills
Must achieve required hours of On-the-Job Training, peer training and pass a certification test within probationary time-period
Ability to learn and comprehend written instructions (daily operations tasks, and hazardous materials handling)
Ability to utilize hand tools in compliance with all safety guidelines
Able to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays (2-2-3 schedule)
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Tactful and professional manner
Ability to reflect and uphold company mission, vision, and values in daily conduct

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, plastic extrusion, fiber optic cables or electronics
Experience working with Continuous Improvement (CI), or Lean processes
Lean or CI certifications
Previous SAP or ERP experience
Forklift experience / certifications

Responsibilities

Reviews all details of design; Pulls orders and raw materials for production.
Paying attention to the details of specific colors, fiber sizes, lengths and group numbers
Sets up assigned process per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
Set up includes loading and unloading fiber bobbins and fiber spools.
Performs break-down process of ribbon and dye components.
Cleans components with approved chemicals including isopropyl alcohol, and acetone and follows all safety procedures and utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
Documents daily production reports.
Completes quality check points as listed on the SOP to ensure that process is running appropriately and reducing any needs for rework, or scrap.
Loads, unloads, and, with the use of approved tools (including power-operated reel lift), moves reels to appropriate locations in accordance with operations workflows.
Sets up the jacketing process per the SOP ensuring safety precautions are taken and ensures that quality product is being produced.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Identifies any potential safety hazards to Team Lead, or HSE Manager to promote the “Zero and Beyond” safety goal/initiative.
Completes all operator Preventative Maintenance (PM) duties on a daily basis.
Loads, and unloads fiber ribbon reels to string up unitize process lines.
Monitors the unitize process for any potential quality defects and documents all required data within the SAP database system.