What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary Operations Operator - 1st Shift position at Proterial Cable America?
The Secondary Operations Operator is responsible for manufacturing product, specifically post-extrusion, “secondary” operations on medical tubing and devices, that meets customer specifications, This position follows standard work methods to ensure production repeatability and the highest quality standards.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Read, understand and interpret blueprints and part/device specifications.
- Perform various secondary operations to extruded tubing including trimming, tipping, bonding, forming, printing and all other activities as instructed by supervisor, making sure to adhere to customer requirements.
- Operate specific equipment based on a particular job requirements.
- Perform necessary adjustments to equipment including replacing wearable parts (bushings, blades, etc.).
- Adhere to validated processing parameters when applicable.
- Accurately fill out all paperwork associated with each job.
- Accurately enter data into MS Excel and/or Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP system as needed.
- Train new employees as needed on all Secondary Operations Operator essential functions.
- Actively support and participate in Lean Manufacturing initiative when applicable and keep the “8 wastes of lean” in mind at all times.
Core Competencies / Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to understand specific directions, follow guidelines that are common throughout the department.
- Maintain a constant focus on quality and accuracy.
- Ability to apply common sense reasoning to carry out instructions or solve problems.
- Work with high level of initiative while under moderate supervision.
- Technical capacity is a must.
- Ability to respond to shifting priorities in a cooperative manner.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor and co-workers.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position is not responsible for the oversight or performance management of other employees.
Work Environment
This job operates in both a professional office environment as well as other areas of the facility including maintenance, production and warehouse areas.
Physical Demands:
- The employee is required to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Occasionally will be required to stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. The manufacturing plant is open 24 hours a day, 5 days per week. There are three shifts with typical hours of (may vary depending on department):
1st Shift – 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
2nd Shift- 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM
3rd Shift- 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Travel
Little to no travel is expected for this position.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Manufacturing experience preferred; experience in medical tubing and device manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints a plus.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Proterial Cable America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.
