LARGE MACHINE OPERATOR FLOATER – NIGHTS #2168
Optical Cable Corporation · Roanoke, VA · 1 mo ago
Management$18.2–$32.6/hrFull-time
About the role
Operates the large extruders, ILA, filler and rework lines on an as needed basis to eliminate machine downtime and increase efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Review set up sheets and product codes to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, setup and material requirements; monitor product runs closely by measuring and inspecting against quality standards.
- Set up and run product on ILA, large extruders (2 and 3 inch), strander, filler and rework lines as workload and staffing levels necessitate.
- Print to cables accurately using jet and mechanical printers.
- Fill, empty and monitor material dryers.
- Operate the rework line per production requirements for reworks and remakes; washing, reprinting, stripping jackets and armor, respooling cables and other rework tasks.
- Correctly completes all documentation specific to the job functions.
- 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.
- Communicates regularly with coworkers, lead operators and supervisors.
- Maintains confidentiality of product and order information.
- Ensures efficient use of materials, limits remake and rework issues.
- Strives for error‑free production to eliminate customer service and quality issues.
- Complies with product procedures, safety, ISO, SOX and MIL standards.
- While performing the job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer use, including color vision; hearing sufficient for detection of alarms and communication with coworkers; moderate noise level; exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles with appropriate safety devices provided.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–2 years of experience (preferred) in machine operating, including set‑up and troubleshooting.
- Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
- Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for the position.