Extruder Operator
Job Title: Extruder Operator
Location: Blairsville, Hayesville, Hiawassee
Employment Type: Full-Time, eligible for benefits and incentive pay
Are you ready to power your career with an industry leader? At Advanced Digital Cable, we don’t just keep up with the competition—we set the pace. As a premier manufacturer of wire and cable, we provide the literal "nervous system" for modern infrastructure, and we do it better than anyone else. We utilize the most advanced manufacturing technology and equipment available, ensuring you work in a high-tech, high-quality setting. We manufacture 100% of our products across four state-of-the-art U.S. locations. We are constantly expanding our capacity and developing new products, which means more opportunities for our team to grow and advance.
Job Summary:
Are you a "detail person" who loves working with complex machinery? We are looking for a Extruder Operator to run our high-tech production lines. This isn't just a manual labor job; it’s a technical role where you are the final authority on quality. If you have a "measure twice, cut once" mentality and want to work in an environment where precision is the top priority, we want to talk to you.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Machine Operation & Setup
- Expertly operate extrusion lines (up to 3”) and manage high-capacity 72-inch winding equipment.
- Control precise heat zones (4–8 zones) and program digital inkjet systems for product coding.
- Maintain equipment integrity by following manufacturer specs and company safety standards.
- Perform precision testing using calipers to verify diameter, wall thickness, and conductor centering.
- Master 100% traceability by matching every spool’s physical label to its digital "Traveler" record.
- Ensure safety compliance by using spark boxes to detect and resolve insulation defects instantly.
- Adhere to all safety requirements and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) during setup and maintenance.
- Perform basic preventative maintenance and daily machine cleaning to ensure peak performance.
Logistics & Leadership
- Manage final packaging including professional cable wrapping and standardized palletizing.
- Mentor the team by cross-training Extrusion Assistants to hit production targets.
- Maintain flawless records including production logs, labels, and technical documentation.
Required Qualifications:
- Detail-Oriented
- Comfortable using basic math and are willing to learn how to use precision tools like calipers to measure product thickness.
- Comfortable using computers or touchscreens to enter data.
- Ability to write clearly and legibly to keep track of production numbers and labels.
- Track record of being on time and ready to work for every shift.
- Eager to build new skills, ask questions when you're unsure, and take pride in the quality of your work.
- Coachability to follow instructions well, listen to feedback, and are happy to help your teammates when needed.
- Initiative to keep your workstation tidy and organized without being asked.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced environment and calm when production priorities change.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, machinery, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
