INSPECTOR
Optical Cable Corporation
About the Role
Tests and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables at various stages during the production process and evaluates data to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of products.
Schedule
- In-Process: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday – Thursday
- Some schedule flexibility required
- Overtime is available
Key Responsibilities
- Select optical fiber and sub-cables to be tested based on production priorities.
- Strip optical fiber and sub-cables.
- Use OTDR testing equipment to test for length, breaks, and attenuation.
- Observe, measure, and inspect optical fiber and sub-cables for qualities such as wall thickness, diameter, concentricity, print, and color as required per the shop order.
- Evaluate data to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
- Complete all inspection paperwork specific to this job function.
- Promote service excellence and quality.
- Provide excellent service to customers, build strong relationships and team cohesiveness, focus on quality and positive solutions, communicate respectfully, and demonstrate compassion and understanding.
- Champion vision and values, comply with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to set up, run, and monitor test equipment in a production environment.
- Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.
- Ability to read and follow basic instructions.
- Ability to understand and implement quality procedures.
- Math and handwriting skills required.
- Ability to correctly complete all documentation.
- Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Pays close attention to detail.
- Ability to complete assignments accurately.
- Ability to recognize and help resolve problems.
- Color vision required.
- Hearing sufficient for communication with coworkers.
- Employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, and able to present valid documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Working Conditions
- Regularly required to stand and walk.
- Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle or feel.
- Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.
- Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Compensation
- $17.90 – $25.67 per hour
Benefits
- Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
- Life insurance
- Short and long term disability coverage
- Optional supplemental insurance plans (critical illness and accident)
- 401(k) plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education assistance
- Wireless discounts
- Security options: Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedules