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 cabletesting, 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: Douglas, GAShift: 11 pm - 7 am M-FPay Rate: $22.62 Job DescriptionJOB OVERVIEW:The Operator, Buncher 2 role is a medium skill role that will be responsible for the process of creating cabled multi-wire for use in a variety of products and sizesGENERAL REQUIREMENTS:High 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 timeMust be able to lift up to 45 lbsPRIMARY JOB TASKS:Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reportsResponsible for set-up and operation of BuncherResponsible for correct wire sizes, lengths and directions of lays of multiwire cableResponsible for loading and unloading sets of bobbins whether they are matched lengths or matched setsResponsible for making all pay-off bobbin changes and take-up reel changesResponsible for maintaining a layer wound packagePut scrap into the designated scrap binsLoad and unload payoff and take-up reels properlyString-up payoff wire into buncherSet up lay length and taping headMake hot and kold-welds and splices when necessaryPerform necessary housekeeping proceduresMay be asked to perform auxiliary tasks as needed, including the investigation of defects generated by the machineCROSS TRAINING: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 proficiencyQUALITY:Do not release products until all quality checks have been passedPerform quality checks, as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and minor maintenance when necessaryImmediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality managerUse the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activitiesSAFETY:Working safely is a condition of employmentFollow 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 impactPHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:The operator is constantly exposed to water, some heat, cold, dust and fumesMust be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-controlPhysical 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 sittingBenefits We Offer:
- 401k 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 Plans
- Employee 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.