Production Jacketline Operator - 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple extruder lines to apply jacketing compound to traveling cable (round and flat), hoistway cable, compensation cable, and steel in accordance with engineering specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Set-up multiple extruder lines as outlined in the Operations Manuals and the relevant QAI documents.
• Ensure proper print is applied to the outer layer and verify print before starting.
• Perform basic computer functions to determine specifications, specifying print requirements and performing material consumption associated with the production of semi-finished or finished goods.
• Complete in-process Quality checksheets on each reel of finished cable.
• Perform basic math functions to determine proper tooling.
• Properly complete a reel tag for each reel of finished core and attach tag to each reel.
• Complete the daily production report accurately with the total footage for each order, conductor count, set-ups, and down-time with appropriate codes.
• Maintain constant visual inspections of product during operation and promptly report any Quality or process problems to the supervisor and the Quality department.
• Use the Operations Manual to ensure proper operation of equipment and make recommendations as needed to ensure maximum machine capability is utilized.
• Perform cleaning procedures on all tooling after use to ensure tooling is readily available for use.
• Coordinate production runs with supervisor to ensure orders are completed on time.
• Maintain all printing equipment and materials to ensure print is clear and legible.
• Inform supervisor of any materials needed.
• Perform daily housekeeping functions as outlined on the housekeeping list.
• Perform all job functions with the highest degree of safety and promptly report any unsafe conditions.
• Maintain an adequate supply of take-up reels to ensure continuous operation of line.
• Team-work required during set-up and start-up to minimize downtime.
• Operators will alternate operating line and working at the take-up.

Requirements

• Ability to exert significant force with hands, legs, and arms when moving reels, removing the extruder screw, and tightening the extruder swing bolt nuts.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. (talc bags and extruder crosshead flow divertor with core tube).
• Ability to operate a forklift safely to perform material handling activities for reels, WIP, and raw materials.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to remain standing for extended periods of time on a concrete floor.
• Constant walking required at times.
• Ability to climb mezzanine stairs repeatedly during the shift to check and add materials.
• Ability to use basic hand tools easily and repeatedly.
• Color perception required.
• Ability to read and interpret process instructions from the POS, the Operation manuals, and QAI documents.
• Ability to work in a team environment and perform functions needed to maintain efficient operations of equipment.

Skills

• Extruder with in-line equipment, component gauges and controls for measuring various extrusion conditions, extrusion tools in various sizes and configurations, equipment for vacuum semi-pressure setups, micrometers (hand and tape), various hand tools, cable cutters.