Cable Machine Operator

Job Responsibilities

· Measure and examine extruded products to ensure they meet all quality specifications, and that they are free of defects

· Select machine dies and parts according to the setup procedures for each individual production run

· Perform safety checks on equipment prior to operations

· Start machines at the beginning of each operating day or shift as appropriate

· Set controls to regulate size, air pressure, vacuum, cooling systems, temperature and speed of extrusion on each production run

· Install all dies, machine screws, and other components for new production runs as instructions in the workflow indicate

· Maintain proper tool storage and basic maintenance

· Change dies according to the procedures and order of projects in the workflow

· Clean work areas and assist in training new employees doing the same

· Troubleshoot operations when machines operate out of specification

· Troubleshoot machines as necessary and depending on the machine configuration

· Maintaining an organized inventory of raw materials related to this machine center.

· Following all the rules related to 5S/Kaizen procedures

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• 2 or more years setting up and operating custom cable production machinery (extrusion) experience.
• Mechanical aptitude & able to read & follow production paperwork and drawings
• Basic understanding of electrical circuit considered an asset
• Mathematical skills
• Ability to problem solve and able to react quickly and safely to a situation
• Able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
• Capable of multi-tasking when operating specialized machinery
• Able to work shifts
• Fluency in English.
• Able to work with Microsoft Office tools e.g. Excel, Word.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person