Production 16 Carrier Braider - 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

Job Description – 16 CARRIER BRAIDER OPERATOR (Responsibilities listed below cover some of the significant duties performed, but do not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.)

• Operate multiple lines - 16 Carrier braider and pair strander.
• Operate braiders to provide a braided covering over pair conductors
• Select gearing needed by using charts and written instructions
• Load carriers with proper supply; thread ends of braiding material through closing die
• Load core in payoff and thread through carrier
• Tie in core to take-up reel
• Start machine and monitor run time
• Replace supply spools as necessary
• Run machine until end is firmly meshed in braid; stop machine, cut out excess (old & new) and smooth braid coverage.
• Acquire an understanding of the mechanics of the braiders so as to be able to replace wear items / minor repairs in most instances except a major breakdown
• Maintain housekeeping, 6S responsibilities / chores, and operator PM’s (preventive maintenance) in immediate area
• Actively participate in all plant safety, 6S, Kaizen, and lean activities / initiatives.
• Keep machinery clean and moving surfaces properly lubricated
• Properly document production labor and material movements in SAP confirmations.

Requirements

• Exceptional color perception.
• Good physical condition.
• Strength required to apply up to 100 lbs. of force
• Ability to work to 1/1000 inch tolerance.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Reading, writing, simple math are included in job responsibilities.
• Initiative required in adjusting quality during the process and using active machine run time for completion of paperwork and housekeeping duties.
• Understanding, communication and adherence to schedule needs (including Kanban) are critical.

Equipment Used

• 16 Carrier Braider, with counters, chain hoists, payoffs and takeups.
• Various sizes of metal and wooden reels.
• Pliers (needle-nose), wire cutters, scissors, various hand tools, micrometers.
• Housekeeping equipment.