Operator, Take Up III

Overview

Southwire Company, LLC is a leading technology and innovation company and one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. The company manufactures building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. Southwire also offers assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions, along with digital solutions for contractor planning and utility grid resiliency, field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement.

The company drives competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for growth. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth are attributed to developing innovative systems and solutions, environmental stewardship, and community well-being. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Description

• Perform take up and pay off operations as required.
• Layer wind cable to customer specified ship out length and reel.
• Properly utilize production orders to meet all customer requirements.
• Operate per the applicable procedures.
• Change out reels of cable while maintaining line function.
• Utilize tagging system to label reels.
• Make minor adjustments and repairs to machines.
• Operate take up and assist line operator with running the machine.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• 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 follow instructions and assist with operations of the assigned machine.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• This position may require a Southwire forklift license.

• Will be required to cross-train one 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.

• Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed.
• Perform quality checks as outlined in the process procedures for the machine and perform minor maintenance when necessary.
• Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager.
• Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to guide daily quality activities.

• Working safely is a condition of employment.
• Observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping; follow all safety procedures and rules.
• Properly wear all required PPE.
• Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards; review Safety Data Sheets for assigned jobs.
• Maintain work areas to 5S standards; perform pre-operation safety inspections and hazard analyses.
• Follow all environmental rules/procedures and handle materials to minimize environmental impact.

• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments typical of a prefabricated building without climate control.
• Physical activities include balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting.

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.