Armoring Machine Operator

Armoring Machine Operator

The Operator, Armoring, is a medium skill role that will process steel/aluminum MC Cable to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency requirements. Initial duties will include but are not limited to loading and unloading raw material and correctly tagging material.

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must read, write, and speak English;
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time. Operator must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. Operator must be able to follow instructions. Operator must be able to interpret production orders. Any other job duties as assigned.

Operator should be training to qualify in the operation, coordinating several tasks in such a manner to maximize production while safely maintaining specific procedures and quality of steel/aluminum MC Cable. Operator must learn to make judgements concerning quality of the steel/aluminum MC Cable. Operator will learn to interact with computer controls to operate machine/work cell. Operator will learn to interact with control panels to pinpoint and eliminate various operating problems.

Operator will learn to coordinate material handling, production with other operators on the line to ensure a continuous production process. Operator will learn to maintain material levels for all levels of operation. Operator will be responsible for loading and unloading of raw materials and finished goods. Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports.

Identify scrap and place into designated scrap areas.

Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility. Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy. Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency. Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities.

Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed. Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor, department manager, or quality manager.

Working safely is a condition of employment. Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact. Follow all safety procedures and rules including safe material handling. Properly wear all required PPE. Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do. Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do.

Maintain all work areas to 5S standards. Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis. Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping.

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 sitting. Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control. Operator may be exposed to high levels of noise and a dusty environment. Operator may be exposed to gaseous lift fumes.

Operator may be exposed to hazardous material.

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.