Certified Technician (SWR) - Night Shift

• 8% Shift Premium for Night Shift employees
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

• Adherence to and promotion of the environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations per AFL company policy.
• Maintain acceptable attendance in accordance with the policies of AFL.
• Perform efficient and consistent Job Setups in accordance with defined Standards.
• Assist other operators with machine set-up and operation as needed.
• Monitor and interpret key process indicators as a driver for improved quality and efficiency.
• Ensure daily / weekly / monthly production goals are achieved.
• Perform accurate dimensional, physical, visual, and other inspections of product as per Inspection Test Plans and Specification Requirements.
• Test the transmission capability of fiber in cable with an OTDR.
• Accurate transactional entry of material consumption, production data and quality results.
• Create Non-Conformance reports (NCMIRs) as required.
• Achieve and maintain necessary production process and quality control certifications.
• Provide training to SWR Line Assistant as needed to achieve SWR Line Technician I certification.
• Continuous accountability to 6S/Housekeeping principles.
• Complete assigned Preventive Maintenance tasks on time.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance is performed on inspection equipment before use.
• Support Process Engineer and Process Technicians in troubleshooting processing and quality issues.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by production management.

• Disciplined self-starter who strives to achieve goals even in the most challenging environments with limited supervision.
• Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills that is comfortable working with others to achieve shared goals.
• Integrity - Has ability to make decisions and accept accountability for results, and maintain confidential information related to the proprietary production process.
• Intensity - works with a sense of urgency to meet productivity targets.
• Ethical – recognizes the importance of treating other with respect while also following policies and procedures.
• Flexible – willing to work overtime on occasion as needed.
• Punctual – good time management; recognizes the importance of being on time.
• Adaptable – willing to accept new products and machinery.

• Must not be sensitized to resins used in the manufacturing process.
• Must be able to differentiate between color shades (cannot be color blind).
• Must not have impaired vision (corrected vision is acceptable).
• Able to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.
• Manual dexterity while working with precision components is required.
• Mechanically oriented with the ability to solve problems and implement change.
• 2-4 years’ experience in related field. Experience in premise / loose tube / stainless steel buffering experience a plus, but not requirement.
• Previous experience with microscopes or vision systems a plus, but not requirement.
• Strong communication and writing skills with the ability to clearly explain issues.
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Good computer skills. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical / drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.
• No pending, active, or a repetitive history of disciplinary action.
• Dependable with exceptional attendance history.
• Available to work overtime, off shift, and weekends with limited prior notice.
• Must be able to lift between 15 and 30 pounds frequently on a daily basis.

• Manufacturing occurs in a climate controlled cleanroom.
• 12 hour rotating shifts.
• Job involves sitting, standing, walking, and lifting for periods of time throughout the day.
• Job requires handling of reels, monitoring lines, and distinguishing colors.
• Personal protective equipment requirements:

• Safety Glasses must be worn at all times.
• Cleanroom garment, steel toe shoes, and head covering must be worn in the cleanroom.

• Operators will don and doff gear when entering and exiting the cleanroom.
• Some positions may require ear plugs.
• Rubber/Nitrile gloves must be worn when handling resins.

• Certified Technician II, WTC Technician II, or SWR Line Assistant II
• Current EHS/Quality certification and EHS training

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