Respool Operator

Position Summary

Set-up and operation of machine to manufacture insulated cable products

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible to meet production standards by performing quality checks in accordance with ISO quality procedures, and following Process and Manufacturing specification sheets
• Troubleshoot manufacturing process, meeting production schedules and customer deadlines
• Must complete written production paperwork neatly and legible
• Maintain cleanliness of machines including utilizing Jet Printers to print cables according to specifications
• Perform preventative maintenance functions
• Communicate and work closely with fellow operators and supervisors to produce quality products
• Observes safety procedures and use equipment and materials properly
• Work a full time shift schedule with regular attendance and ability to work overtime as needed

Safety Expectations

• Obey all safety rules, use caution in work activities, and continuously practice safe behaviors.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions/behaviors and work-related injuries to site supervision.

Core Competencies

• Reading comprehension skills to understand written manufacturing specifications and instructions and procedures in English
• Oral communication skills to exchange information with co-workers and supervisors
• Good math skills and above average mechanical aptitude necessary
• Attention to detail is required in machine operation and minimizing scrap
• Familiar with different wire gauges and handling a variety of products
• Hands on experience using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measuring devices

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Frequent bending, stooping, moving within the plant
• Repetitive pushing and pulling motion of wire cable materials and metal reels
• Required to talk, hear and demonstrate manual hand and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination to handle machinery, materials, tools and parts
• Must be able to lift, carry 50 lbs. of objects, materials, product, etc.
• Maneuver large reels of cable

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• One-year manufacturing experience and skills with machinery equipment and troubleshooting desired
• Cable and wire experience a plus
• Must have visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors and pass a colorblind test to identify coded cables, products, and material

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Proterial Cable America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.