{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2a434ee79a81c711122cf6c8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a434ee79a81c711122cf6c8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a434ee79a81c711122cf6c8","title":"Cable Operator","description":"The Cable Operator is a manufacturing position at Data Guide Cable within our wire and cable production environment in Gardner, Massachusetts. This role is responsible for operating cabling equipment used to assemble multiple insulated conductors into finished cable constructions while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The Cable Operator follows work orders, engineering specifications, and quality standards and works closely with lead operators, supervisors, and quality personnel to maintain proper cable geometry, alignment, and overall product integrity. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing work, takes pride in producing quality products, and wants to grow their skills within the wire and cable industry.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nAssist with the setup, start-up, and shutdown of cabling production lines following standard operating procedures.\n\nOperate cabling equipment including payoffs, cablers, binders, fillers, and take-up systems.\n\nRead, understand, and follow work orders, setup sheets, and production documentation.\n\nLoad, stage, and verify correct materials such as insulated conductors, fillers, binders, and reels prior to production.\n\nMonitor cabling parameters including line speed, tension, lay length, and conductor alignment during operation.\n\nPerform basic machine adjustments under the guidance of senior operators or supervisors.\n\nInspect in-process and finished cable for defects such as improper lay, conductor misalignment, insulation damage, or dimensional variation.\n\nUse measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, diameter tape, and gauges to verify product specifications.\n\nAccurately complete production reports, quality checks, and material traceability documentation.\n\nAssist with reel changes, material changeovers, and job transitions as required.\n\nMaintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.\n\nCommunicate process issues, equipment concerns, or quality problems to the cabling lead or manufacturing supervisor.\n\nQualifications\n\nMechanical aptitude with interest in industrial machinery and production environments.\n\nAbility to follow written and verbal work instructions accurately.\n\nDependable attendance and punctuality.\n\nAbility to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.\n\nAttention to detail with a strong focus on product quality and workmanship.\n\nBasic math skills for measurements, calculations, and recording production data.\n\nAbility to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing environment.\n\nBasic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\n\nGood organizational and time-management skills.\n\nEffective communication skills.\n\nAbility to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds with or without assistance.\n\nFrequent bending, reaching, and manual handling of materials and reels.\n\nAbility to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, heat, and industrial materials.","company":"Dataguidecablecorp","rawCompany":"dataguidecablecorp","city":"Gardner","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T15:16:38.269Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9199.00","title":"Production Workers, All Other","slug":"production-workers-all-other"},{"code":"51-9041.00","title":"Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"extruding-forming-pressing-and-compacting-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"49-2022.00","title":"Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers","slug":"telecommunications-equipment-installers-and-repairers-except-line-installers"}],"industries":[{"code":"335929","title":"Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing","slug":"other-communication-and-energy-wire-manufacturing"},{"code":"335921","title":"Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing","slug":"fiber-optic-cable-manufacturing"},{"code":"332618","title":"Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing","slug":"other-fabricated-wire-product-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cable Operator","description":"The Cable Operator is a manufacturing position at Data Guide Cable within our wire and cable production environment in Gardner, Massachusetts. 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This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing work, takes pride in producing quality products, and wants to grow their skills within the wire and cable industry.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nAssist with the setup, start-up, and shutdown of cabling production lines following standard operating procedures.\n\nOperate cabling equipment including payoffs, cablers, binders, fillers, and take-up systems.\n\nRead, understand, and follow work orders, setup sheets, and production documentation.\n\nLoad, stage, and verify correct materials such as insulated conductors, fillers, binders, and reels prior to production.\n\nMonitor cabling parameters including line speed, tension, lay length, and conductor alignment during operation.\n\nPerform basic machine adjustments under the guidance of senior operators or supervisors.\n\nInspect in-process and finished cable for defects such as improper lay, conductor misalignment, insulation damage, or dimensional variation.\n\nUse measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, diameter tape, and gauges to verify product specifications.\n\nAccurately complete production reports, quality checks, and material traceability documentation.\n\nAssist with reel changes, material changeovers, and job transitions as required.\n\nMaintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.\n\nCommunicate process issues, equipment concerns, or quality problems to the cabling lead or manufacturing supervisor.\n\nQualifications\n\nMechanical aptitude with interest in industrial machinery and production environments.\n\nAbility to follow written and verbal work instructions accurately.\n\nDependable attendance and punctuality.\n\nAbility to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.\n\nAttention to detail with a strong focus on product quality and workmanship.\n\nBasic math skills for measurements, calculations, and recording production data.\n\nAbility to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing environment.\n\nBasic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\n\nGood organizational and time-management skills.\n\nEffective communication skills.\n\nAbility to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds with or without assistance.\n\nFrequent bending, reaching, and manual handling of materials and reels.\n\nAbility to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, heat, and industrial materials.","datePosted":"2026-08-22T15:16:38.269Z","dateModified":"2026-08-22T15:16:38.269Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Dataguidecablecorp","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Gardner","addressRegion":"MA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"2a434ee79a81c711122cf6c8"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a434ee79a81c711122cf6c8"}}