Location: Carrollton,GA, USA
Operator, Extruder IIApply now »Date: Dec 4, 2024Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30119Company: Southwire Company LLCA 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. Weare 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: SCUPP 400/700Shift: 7PM - 7AMPay Rate: $29.61 – $31.49Job DescriptionJOB OVERVIEW:The Operator, Extruder 2 is a high skill role that will set up and operate extrusion lines and related equipment, including nylon extruders, coilers, pay-offs and take-ups (manual or automatic). These lines that will fall under this job class may operate as single or two person lines based on line or product complexityFor example, some commonly ran machines that would fall under this job title would be:Jacket/Romex and Tandem Lines (BWP), Circuit Size THHN Extruder and Jacket/Romex Liens (North Campus)GENERAL 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 read and comprehend production orders and the instrumentation on complex equipmentBasic math skills (adding, subtracting, etc..)PRIMARY JOB TASKS:Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reportsMust be able to lift up to 45 lbsPut scrap into the designated scrap binsResponsible for proper setup of extrusion line and related equipment with correct tip and die and correct wire sizeResponsible to maintain correct wire size, insulation thickness and concentricityResponsible for application of correct print of acceptable quality on cableResponsible to observe Southwire safety rules, maintain good housekeeping and perform all other duties as assignedResponsible for using proper compound and correct amounts of color concentrateResponsible to keep wire and compound loss at a minimum during start-up and change-oversResponsible for correct inventory of WIP tags dailyCROSS 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:Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activitiesDo not release products until all quality checks have been passedImmediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality managerSAFETY:Working safely is a condition of employmentFollow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impactExtruders give off a substantial amount of radiant heatThe hopper vacuums, motors, air-wipes and other machinery can be quite noisyProperly 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 analysisPHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:Physical 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 sittingMust be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-controlThe operator is constantly exposed to water, some heat, cold, dust and fumesBenefits 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 HolidaysLong & Short-Term DisabilitySupplemental Insurance PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramsAdvancement & Professional Growth opportunitiesParental Leave& MoreSouthwire 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.Nearest Major Market: AtlantaApply now »