Machine Operator

What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you. For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States.

Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications . BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement.

Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business. If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters… Job Summary The Machine Operator sets up, operates, and monitors equipment used to manufacture wire and cable products.

All shifts available Essential Functions: Review and follow daily priority schedule Review and interpret router and/or drawings of the product to be run Set up the machine and locate the product to be run Load the product to be run (Pay Out) and the take up (the empty spool on which the product will be placed) Start the machine and take a sample to ensure that product is within specification Ability to discern differences in color hue Restart the machine and monitor the line to ensure that specifications are maintained Complete finished tags and/or labels for the completed product Complete other information, as required, and the daily log sheets Perform all work in a safe manner Clean and maintain good housekeeping habits and follow prescribed safety regulations throughout the shift Report any unsafe conditions, maintenance problems, or any other issues that occurred on the shift to the supervisor Attend monthly shift and Safety meetings Be able to work weekends as necessary Knowledge: Possess knowledge of specific types of tooling required to manufacture wire and cable Basic understanding of standard measuring instruments such as a ruler, measuring tape, caliper, micrometer, as well as automated equipment used to verify conformance to product specifications Ability to identify information listed on a work order to determine inspection criteria, as well as to verify identification numbers and product types Understand the impact of deviations from specifications Must have basic troubleshooting skills Knowledge of applicable safety, health, and environmental requirements for performing the job Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently and in a team environment Close attention to detail and ability to decide as to whether or not to continue running a product line based upon product meeting dimensional, mechanical and electrical specifications or whether to reject the product and/or shut the line down Able to perform activities requiring physical exertion and dexterity in the handling of materials Able to communicate in English to the extent that required documentation related to production can be completed Good mathematical aptitude and the ability to measure in feet and meters Qualifications: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred Benefits Paid time off 401(k) match Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance (company paid) Voluntary Life/AD&D Voluntary Life/AD&D (child) Short-term disability (company paid) Long-term disability (company paid) Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Referral program Production bonus Competitive pay M-F 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm S-Th 11:00 pm - 7:00 am