Production Line Operator

External Job Description ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT Each Associate is required to demonstrate personal commitment to the standards set forth in Prysmian Group's Code of Ethics and Compliance guidelines and use sound judgment in maintaining appropriate compliance procedures and in carrying out their duties with honesty, in compliance with laws, company policies and standards. This job description contains the major responsibilities of the position. It does not capture every task that could potentially be assigned to this role. Every associate is expected to follow the instructions of supervision. FUNDAMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Conform to plant safety standards, practices and policies, and plant rules. Embrace Prysmian Group's shared values and behaviors and live the values in day to day interactions. Conform to and maintain operational rates and standards. Report any non-conformances using established tools and systems. Conform to and maintain quality control standards, procedures and systems. Ensure tools and equipment are available, maintained and in good working condition. Keep work area clean and complete 5S assignments. Complete required training and proactively maintain certifications. Participate in continuous improvement activities and programs. Train other associates as directed. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Utilize a CV line with one extruder, apply rubber insulation compound over copper conductors and shields by method of extrusion as required by written specifications. Monitor extruder control panels and make required adjustments in accordance with written machine and processing parameters and verbal instructions from the supervisor and/or process engineer. During changeover, make setup by manually removing, cleaning and installing extruder heads. During change over and shutdowns, remove and clean extruder heads and bump screws from extruders using a bumper bar. During start-ups, change over and shutdowns, join conductors of different sizes using copper tube splices. Center compounds around copper conductor by manually turning adjusting bolts located on the extruder heads. Check centering using prescribed QC procedures. Monitor water levels, seals, etc. along the length of the extruder line. Clean and check filters and compounding hoppers. Communicate with Supervisor and/or maintenance concerning the operation of the extruder line. Insure that assigned work areas are clean and in good state of housekeeping at all times. Work rapidly for short periods of time while making set-up and change-over during periods of restricted operations due to operations involving returning a line to full production with minimal downtime. Avoid the solidification of compounds in extruders and extruder heads during change-over and shutdown operations. Read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Read work orders, scrap tickets, job lot tickets, graphs, logs, schedules, raw material labels and general product labels, etc. Observe and read instruments, gages and dials to determine operating conditions. Read and interpret specifications and production orders. Prepare detailed reports and records listing production data, keeping inventory records and operating logs. Inspect, examine and observe for product and equipment defects. Use measuring devices such as gages, micrometers, rulers, calibrated steel tapes and calipers. Operate hoists, cranes, power and non-power hand tools. This description covers the major elements of the job classification and does not necessarily include reasonable secondary tasks of an occasional or minor nature necessary to the performance of the job. Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian Group are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian Group will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Visit our DE&I page to learn more about Prysmian Group’s commitments. Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com. https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are almost 29.000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian Group has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.