Operator, Cabler I

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?Location: Lafayette, INShift: 6:45 pm - 7:00 AMPay Rate: $21.84 – $23.24Job DescriptionJOB OVERVIEW:The Cabler 1 Operator is a medium skilled role that is responsible for safe and efficient operations of the machine, including loading/unloading reels, making hook splices, reading and interpreting production orders, selecting, identifying and installing tooling to meet production order specifications, adjusting lay length and binder tightness, loading binder, loading fillers and operating longitudinal taping head.For example, some machines that would be ran are: Drum Twister (Heflin and SCUPP), Cabling and Shielding Machines, Bunchers or Twisters (VRP)General RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentMust read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plusMust be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of timePrimary Job TasksMust be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.Responsible for completing production orders to customer specifications or other requirements, thereby producing a quality product that can be delivered to the customer on time.Operator is responsible for machine inspections.Put scrap into the designated scrap bins.Cross TrainingAny other job duties as assigned.Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facilityOnce trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancyWill be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiencyQualityUse the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities.Responsible for maintaining general housekeeping, using shop floor correctly, and complying with legislative regulations.Quality checks on the products the operator is running.Quality inspection of products compared to production order.Do not release products until all quality checks have been passedImmediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality managerSafetyWorking safely is a condition of employment.Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeepingFollow all safety procedures and rulesProperly wear all required PPEReview and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to doReview and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to doMaintain all work areas to 5S standardsPerform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysisFollow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.Physical/Environmental DemandsPhysical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting.Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control.Benefits We Offer401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance PlansEmployee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.