Extruder Operator II

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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 job‑site 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 develop innovative systems and solutions, exercise environmental stewardship and enhance the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live.

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Shift: Shift A - 6:45am-7pm

Pay Rate: $27.19–$30.12

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 complexity. For 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 Lines (North Campus).

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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
• Must be able to read and comprehend production orders and the instrumentation on complex equipment
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, etc.)

• Work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports
• Lifts up to 45 lbs
• Put scrap into the designated scrap bins
• Responsible for proper setup of extrusion line and related equipment with correct tip and die and correct wire size
• Maintain correct wire size, insulation thickness and concentricity
• Apply correct print of acceptable quality on cable
• Observe Southwire safety rules, maintain good housekeeping and perform all other duties as assigned
• Use proper compound and correct amounts of color concentrate
• Keep wire and compound loss at a minimum during start‑up and change‑overs
• Maintain correct inventory of WIP tags daily

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 guide all daily quality activities. Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed. Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor 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. Extruders give off a substantial amount of radiant heat. The hopper vacuums, motors, air‑wipes and other machinery can be quite noisy. 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.

Physical activity includes balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking, and sitting.…