Production Line Operator

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.

Salary

Salary: (Based on experience & department)
Starting range: $17 to $21
Shifts: 12 hour 2-2-3 Schedule: 7:30AM – 7:30PM
12 hour 2-2-3 Schedule: 7:30PM – 7:30AM

What does Prysmian Lexington Offer?

• Growth Opportunities & Wage Progressions
• Structured Training Programs
• Annual Gainshare Bonus
• Annual PPE Stipends
• 13 paid holidays a year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Dental, Vision, and Health Insurance
• 401K with up to 6% company match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• and more!

Essential Production Operator Responsibilities

• Reviews all details of design; Pulls orders and raw materials for production.
• Pays attention to the details of specific colors, fiber sizes, lengths and group numbers.
• Sets up assigned process per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• 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.
• Maintains the unitize process for any potential quality defects and documents all required data within the SAP database system.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic mathematic skills - adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and basic percentages
• Basic computer utilization skills
• Achieve required hours of On-the-Job Training, peer training and pass a certification test within probationary time-period
• Able to learn and comprehend written instructions (daily operations tasks, and hazardous materials handling)
• Able 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
• Able to reflect and uphold company mission, vision, and values in daily conduct

Preferred Qualifications

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