SWR Line Technician - Night Shift

The SWR Line Technician I is responsible for safely operating all production and quality equipment in the SWR Clean room. They must be diligent in adhering to procedures while being focused on quality, highly productive, and mindful of costs associated with scrap and downtime. The Technician must be comfortable working in a challenging, dynamic, and team-based manufacturing environment.

The position will report to the Department Manager, Plant Manager, or designee, and will be responsible for all aspects of the SWR production processes.

The position is in the 110 Hidden Lake manufacturing facility which operates on a twenty-four hour, seven days per week schedule. This role will follow the 2-2-3, 12-hour per day schedule, and will be a straight night shift.

What We Offer: 

• 8% Shift Premium for Night Shift employees
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Job Responsibilities

• Adherence to and promotion of the environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations per AFL company policy.
• Maintain acceptable attendance in accordance with the policies of AFL.
• Perform efficient and consistent Job Setups in accordance with defined Standards.
• Assist other operators with machine set-up and operation as needed.
• Monitor and interpret key process indicators as a driver for improved quality and efficiency.
• Ensure daily / weekly / monthly production goals are achieved.
• Perform accurate dimensional, physical, visual, and other inspections of product as per Inspection Test Plans and Specification Requirements.
• Test the transmission capability of fiber in cable with an OTDR.
• Accurate transactional entry of material consumption, production data and quality results.
• Create Non-Conformance reports (NCMIRs) as required.
• Achieve and maintain necessary production process and quality control certifications.
• Provide training to SWR Line Assistant as needed to achieve SWR Line Technician I certification.
• Continuous accountability to 6S/Housekeeping principles.
• Complete assigned Preventive Maintenance tasks on time.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance is performed on inspection equipment before use.
• Support Process Engineer and Process Technicians in troubleshooting processing and quality issues.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by production management.

Personal Qualities

• Disciplined self-starter who strives to achieve goals even in the most challenging environments with limited supervision.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills that is comfortable working with others to achieve shared goals.
• Integrity - Has ability to make decisions and accept accountability for results, and maintain confidential information related to the proprietary production process.
• Intensity - works with a sense of urgency to meet productivity targets.
• Ethical – recognizes the importance of treating other with respect while also following policies and procedures.
• Flexible – willing to work overtime on occasion as needed.
• Punctual – good time management; recognizes the importance of being on time.
• Adaptable – willing to accept new products and machinery.

Qualifications

• Must not be sensitized to resins used in the manufacturing process.
• Must be able to differentiate between color shades (cannot be color blind).
• Must not have impaired vision (corrected vision is acceptable).
• Able to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.
• Manual dexterity while working with precision components is required.
• Mechanically oriented with the ability to solve problems and implement change.
• 2-4 years’ experience in related field. Experience in premise / loose tube / stainless steel buffering experience a plus, but not requirement.
• Previous experience with microscopes or vision systems a plus, but not requirement.
• Strong communication and writing skills with the ability to clearly explain issues.
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Good computer skills. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical / drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.
• No pending, active, or a repetitive history of disciplinary action.
• Dependable with exceptional attendance history.
• Available to work overtime, off shift, and weekends with limited prior notice.
• Must be able to lift between 15 and 30 pounds frequently on a daily basis.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing occurs in a climate controlled cleanroom.
• 12 hour rotating shifts.
• Job involves sitting, standing, walking, and lifting for periods of time throughout the day.
• Job requires handling of reels, monitoring lines, and distinguishing colors.
• Personal protective equipment requirements:
  • Safety Glasses must be worn at all times.
  • Cleanroom garment, steel toe shoes, and head covering must be worn in the cleanroom.
    • Operators will don and doff gear when entering and exiting the cleanroom.
  • Some positions may require ear plugs.
  • Rubber/Nitrile gloves must be worn when handling resins.

Minimum Education

GED or High School Diploma or 1 years of manufacturing experience

Required Certifications & Licenses (Internals only)

• Certified Technician II, WTC Technician II, or SWR Line Assistant II
• Current EHS/Quality certification and EHS training