Production Operator

Prysmian Group • Willimantic, CT

10d

About The Position

Prysmian is hiring a Production Operator to monitor and maintain product quality through visual and mechanical inspections, while following all safety policies and procedures. The role includes setting up, operating, and loading or unloading equipment according to established procedures, and working from written and verbal instructions, procedures, and work orders. Operators maintain production and traceability records, participate in cross-training, and keep their work area and equipment clean and orderly. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Pay is $23.05–$27.83 per hour, with shift differentials of $1 per hour for second shift and $1.50 per hour for third shift. The work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and other physical activity, and takes place in a high-volume, fast-paced, highly pressured environment where employees must work productively and cooperatively and respond efficiently and courteously to unexpected problems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to prioritize and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and distinguish colors.
• Ability to use and read a micrometer.
• Ability to demonstrate mechanical and computer skills.
• Good English reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and work overtime when needed.
• Must pass a background check, drug test, and physical.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Prior extrusion experience.
• Wire drawing, extrusion, or cabling experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain product quality according to established standards, including visual and mechanical inspection.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Perform equipment setups according to established procedures; operate equipment and load and unload it.
• Work from written and verbal instructions, procedures, and work orders.
• Maintain and log information required for traceability and quality.
• Participate in cross-training activities.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Perform other duties as required or directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Paid flu shots
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• 401(k) company contribution
• Employee stock ownership
• Safety shoe allowance
• Second- and third-shift premiums
• Paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

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