Posted 4 weeks ago

Machine Operator

Company: Lake Cable
Category: Manufacturing/Skilled Trades

 Bensenville

Type: Full Time

Lake Cable, a manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States, is seeking Machine Operators. The Machine Operator sets up, operates, and monitors equipment used to manufacture wire and cable products. All shifts available. Salary range is $18.50 – $23.00 an hour. They offer paid time off; 401(k) match; Health insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Life insurance (company paid); and more.
Essential Functions:

  • Review and follow daily priority schedule.
  • Review and interpret router and/or drawings of the product to be run.
  • Set up the machine and locate the product to be run.
  • Load the product to be run (Pay Out) and the take up (the empty spool on which the product will be placed).
  • Start the machine and take a sample to ensure that product is within specification.
  • Ability to discern differences in color hue.
  • Restart the machine and monitor the line to ensure that specifications are maintained.
  • Complete finished tags and/or labels for the completed product.
  • Complete other information, as required, and the daily log sheets.
  • Perform all work in a safe manner.
  • Clean and maintain good housekeeping habits and follow prescribed safety regulations throughout the shift.
  • Report any unsafe conditions, maintenance problems, or any other issues that occurred on the shift to the supervisor.
  • Attend monthly shift and Safety meetings.
  • Be able to work weekends as necessary.