Wire Rope/Strander Operator - Overnight Shift

Continental Cable, LLC

Job Description

Job Title: Wire Rope / Strander Operator

Department: Ropery

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Qualifications:

• Ability to read and write
• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of or ability to learn to use measuring tools for the purpose of meeting customer specifications

Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

• Load and unload machines. Set up and operate several machines at one time.

• Refer to Ropery Layout for die size, wire size, strand diameters and lay direction.

• Check diameter of all wire before loading into machine.

• Make sure wire or strand does not run out - THIS IS A MUST!

• Continuous monitor of product for smoothness and diameter.

• Use micrometer and caliper to ensure product conformance.

• Follow all work instructions and special notes on Traveler. Complete required Quality Control and Traveler paperwork correctly.

• Tag/label product for disposition.

• Maintain all records and paperwork.

• Maintain machine maintenance as determined by preventive maintenance schedule. Keep area neat, clean, and organized with no wire on the floor.

• Maintain safe operation of stranders:

• lock collars and spindles.

• spindle is seated on brake rope.

• check brake rope, nut and springs.

• check tensions on reels, traversing and take-up.

• verify that safety devices are in place, operational and functioning properly.

• The manufacturing of wire rope requires the following physical abilities:

• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s).

• Handling by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands.

• Standing for extended periods of time.

• Lifting, carrying objects weighing 75 lbs. or less.

• Pushing, pulling objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.

• Knowledge that Continental Cable is an ISO/AS certified company and understands the Quality Policy.

• Maintain a safe work environment at all times and follow all Continental Cable safety policies including safety glasses, work shoes and all required personal protection equipment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person