JOB DESCRIPTION

The Manufacturing Associate will be a member of the cable manufacturing team and will be responsible for safely operating our production line and machines. He/She must be diligent in adhering to procedures, focused on producing the best quality products, being highly productive and mindful of costs. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a challenging, dynamic, team-based manufacturing environment.

He/She will be accountable for meeting safety, quality, and production goals in support of our customers and business plan.

The Manufacturing Associate will report to a Manufacturing Leader and may be assigned to different production lines as business needs dictate.

The position is located at our Duncan, SC manufacturing facilities that operate on a seven day, twenty-four schedule. Rotating shifts and weekend work will be required.

The successful candidate will have a blend of the knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience requirements outlined below.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
• Monitor production and conduct efficient machine changeovers.
• Insure product meets quality specifications and daily production goals are achieved.
• Accurately enter production and quality data using a computer.
• Achieve and maintain assigned production process certifications.
• Maintain assigned work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Assist other operators with machine set-up and operation as needed.
• Document and report quality issues.
• Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks on time.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Self-starter with integrity and confidence who strives to achieve even the most challenging environments with limited supervision.
• Able to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills who is comfortable in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
• Mechanically oriented individual with the ability to solve problems and implement change.
• Strong communication and writing skills with the ability to clearly explain issues.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.
• General understanding of manufacturing operations.
• Good time management.

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment assessments, background & reference checks.
• Must be willing to work 3-2-2 monthly day-shift/night-shift rotational work schedule (day shift: 7am-7pm and night shift: 7pm-7am) to include alternating weekends.
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Previous manufacturing experience in metal/wire forming, extrusion processes, or quality control is a plus.
• Physical demands:
  • Job involves sitting, standing, walking and lifting for periods of time throughout the day
  • Able to pass pre-employment physical / drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.
  • Must be able to differentiate between color shades (cannot be color blind)
  • Must be able to lift between 15 and 40 pounds repeatedly on a daily basis.
• Personal protective equipment requirements:
  • Safety Glasses must be worn at all times.
  • Steel toes shoes must be worn at all times.
  • Some positions will require ear plugs to be worn at all times.