Braid Operator-1st Shift

Job Summary

Braid Operator – 1st Shift – Judd Wire Inc., a Sumitomo Electric Group company in Turners Falls, MA. The role will perform operations related to measuring, inspecting, testing, and re‑spooling wire and cable for shipping or subsequent operations. Targeted job training is provided for all skill levels from day one.

• Work from orders, special customer requirements, requisitions, and verbal instructions regarding wire gauge, number of ends, picks or cross‑overs per inch, footage required, and footage delivered from previous operations.
• Meet schedules and work in BPCS system.
• Maintain desired number of ends; mount bobbins on braider carriers leading to ends of braiding point.
• Maintain good traverse during braiding operations; use micrometer to check wire gauges.
• Separate different gauges for use, return to stock.
• Follow SOPs, change take‑up reels before being overfilled.
• Make minor adjustments to ensure smooth machine operation, motor speeds, tension on carrier stems.
• Perform minor maintenance including oiling machines; cut loose ends of braid, separate bobbins, box for return to vendor, and keep guards and shields over pulley gears and chain.
• Know raw material part and lot numbers; utilize computer system to determine raw materials inventory as required to complete orders.
• May contact other departments regarding raw materials.
• Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations; maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or instructed by supervisor.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of ordinary arithmetic including decimals, fractions, and simple use of specification together with use of adjustable measuring instruments.
• Position requires moderate physical effort, including frequent moving, average weights, lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, etc.
• Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes, dust, hot and cold temperatures, etc.

• Medical, Dental and Vision.
• FSA/HSA.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Life, AD&D and Disability.
• PTO and Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary overtime after 8 hours/day or more than 40 hours per week.