Machine Operator (Machine Op) Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Marmon Utility LLCAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoullbe doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way.

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Shift DetailsWork shift: Mon

• Thursday 7pm
• 7am(Get 3 days weekend)

Training Shift:

Mon

• Thursday 7am
• 7pm

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates the Strander and Jacket Line consistently meeting Hendrixs quality and productivity requirements in a safe manner with minimum scrap.

ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONSKey Responsibilities

• Comply with company safety protocols at all times, ensuring a safe working environment for self and others
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and organized manner
• Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and reliability
• Mechanically set up strander and jacket lines, including pay-offs and take-up operations. Install appropriate tooling and auxiliary line equipment as needed to produce various cable designs per Engineering Specifications
• Monitor raw material supply continuously to avoid production interruptions
• Perform measurements using company-approved calibrated devices to ensure product meets required specifications
• Generate product identification tags and maintain accurate records, including work center line quality documentation as required by Hendrix
• Visually inspect neutral spools for damaged wires and perform cold welds of bare neutral wires to maintain uninterrupted spool operation
• Responsible for scrapping remaining copper from unloaded spools using a Sweed chopper
• Conduct head clean-ups and screw pulls as needed or according to the maintenance schedule
• Assist with terminating jacketed cable for electrical testing, when applicable
• Successfully complete and maintain Forklift Safety Training certification
• Take corrective actions to maintain and ensure product quality
• Actively participate in scheduled team meetings and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

Education, Experience, and Knowledge Qualifications

• Solid understanding of basic extrusion line operations, including associated components and processes
• Experience with the operation of pay-off and take-up equipment
• Proficient in using industry-standard tools and measuring devices
• Knowledge of finished product identification and tagging
• Skilled in the assembly, disassembly, and cleaning of extruder heads and auxiliary vertical extruders
• Familiar with extruder screw selection and installation
• Understanding of compound conveyor systems, dryers, and related equipment
• Competent in managing temperature, air, and water controls, as well as power switches
• Experience in loading and unloading neutral spools
• Knowledge of the principles of cold welding and crimp connections
• Operation of Powder Applicators (e.g., Waterblock powder), when applicable
• Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a proven ability to work with hands-on processes and equipment
• Proficient in reading micrometers and precision measurement tools
• Capable of performing basic shop arithmetic
• Able to read and follow written instructions accurately
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for team coordination
• Strong troubleshooting abilities for identifying and solving line issues
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and simple digital tasks
• Able to work effectively within a team environment.

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