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Optical Cable

General Assembler - EC

Optical Cable, Swannanoa, NC, United States


Basic Function:

Assembles basic production parts according to work instructions and pick list using hand tools, pneumatic press and by operating the bagger machine.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

  • Assemble parts according to work instructions and assembly drawings checking pick list to insure all parts are included.
  • Recognize discrepancies on assemblies and reports to Team Leader or Supervisor.
  • Perform all tasks in Work Center 3 (kit assembly), 18 (auto bagger), 2 (patch panels), 4 (fiber boxes) and 15 (small cabinets).
  • Correctly interpret assembly drawings
  • Use proper hand tools for assemblies and works with a sense of urgency to meet the time allotted for work order. Operate pneumatic press
  • Operate hand power tools - rivet gun and driver
  • Operate bagger machine and change bags and ribbons. Enter required information into bagger computer keyboard

Promotes OCC's service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC's mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

  • Assembler and bagger of parts
  • Communicates with the Team Leader or Supervisor for instruction or to report defects
  • Takes care and caution using tools and assembles correctly to preserve the quality of the components
  • Proper judgment and caution used to avoid errors that would render the assembly as scrap. Scrap dollars are accounted for and affect company financials
  • Strictly follows ISO and safety policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 1 or more years in a related field desirable

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration: NA

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills; sight sufficient to complete work accurately and to read/understand written instructions.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:Ability to read work instructions and assembly drawings. Use hand tools and power hand tools. Use pneumatic press and bagging machine. Ability to work in a team setting with minimal supervision. Computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.

Working Conditions:While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit for prolonged periods of time (duration of work day). Must be able to lift 30 lbs regularly. Full range of motion is required including stretching, bending, stooping. Noise level is moderate and employee should be able to hear an approaching forklift, machines and alarms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions. Fumes are moderate and an employee should be able to work in the manufacturing environment.

Additional on-the-job experience and training: once General Assembler has been accomplished the employee may focus on training in least one additional category. An employee can continue learning skill sets in each category in their entirety until all four have been accomplished. Each skill set category accomplished moves the employee into a higher pay grade. The additional skill set categories are:

Copper Cable and Patch Cords: Assemble and test copper cable, Hydra, Patch Cords and Quad Box

Machine Operator: Set up and operate machines for various jacks and 110 connectors using work instructions. Test parts at recommended intervals

Printed Circuit Board Assembly: Assemble and test printed circuit boards

Fiber, MT and Pre-term Assembly: Assemble and test fiber assemblies and pre-term cabinets

Note: This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.