Inspector In-Process – NIGHTS

Basic Function:  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 by performing the following job responsibilities:

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Selects optical fiber and sub-cables to be tested based on priorities set by production.
• Strips optical fiber and sub-cables and uses OTDR testing equipment to test for length, breaks, and attenuation.
• Observes, measures, and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables for qualities such as wall thickness, diameter, concentricity, print, and color as required per the shop order.
• Evaluates data to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
• Completes all inspection paperwork specific to this job function.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months of related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: 

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 and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems. 

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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1 ¼” Extruder Operator

Summary: Sets up, runs, and monitors 1 ¼” extrusion equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable by performing the following job responsibilities.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• • Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the file name to determine the product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
  • Sets up, runs, and continuously monitors the 1 ¼” extrusion line for all products.
  • Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to ensure the product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
  • Accurately completes all documentation specific to this job function.
  • Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
  • Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required. Completes non-conformity paperwork for all defects and problems in products.
  • Conducts all activities in accordance with safety procedures and guidelines.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months of related experience and/or training preferred. 

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to run a machine 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 and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.  This job requires a sighted individual (i.e., vision corrected to 20/20) for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with normal hearing (i.e., hearing corrected to normal ranges).  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Product Engineer

Basic Function:  This engineering position is versatile and will be working in both the product and manufacturing development aspects of a fiber optical cable plant.  This individual will define product requirements, define equipment requirements and ensure the right equipment, processes and techniques are used to produce good quality products.  An engineer in this position will perform tasks and conduct analysis on complex problems that require communication within the organization and with outside resources such as test labs and material suppliers.  All levels of engineering work from research and development to industrialization of the product in the plant are expected.  Mechanical engineering skills, plastic process equipment understanding and plastics processing knowledge will be necessary.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Manages significant product development projects to meet product performance requirements to the defined timeline.
• Plans, executes and reports product testing through internal or external test facilities
• Ensures the appropriate equipment is used to produce the designated products.
• Coordinates the validation of new product designs during the production of the first article and updates the designs as needed.
• Assures product and process quality by defining equipment process capabilities, establishing process standards and coordinates the analysis of product non-conformances.
• Develops and maintains engineering documentation and systems to ensure standard product configurations are complete, accurate and up to date and include materials, construction and regulatory requirements.
• Manages the custom product design review, approval and change process including customer approval of designs.
• Manages the regulatory agency design requirements such as UL, ABS and MSHA
• Enters data into the ERP system related to Finished Goods part numbers including the proper approval status and availability of the products
• Supports the cost calculation process and integrates information to support ERP systems.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Organizational Responsibility – working with manufacturing, sales and quality
• Communication – Extensive communication with most departments on a daily basis
• Confidentiality – Handling sensitive corporate and department information requiring high levels of confidentiality
• Financial Responsibility – Tracking regulatory projects in order to document cost to company
• Judgment -Inaccuracies could impact regulatory and standards compliance, quality and customer satisfaction; financial impact due to errors.
• Compliance -Regulatory compliance for UL and other standards requirements; SOX, ISO and other internal compliance requirements
• Travel – limited but may be necessary for external cable testing

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education:  BS degree in Engineering or a scientific field from an accredited institution.  Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering are ideal.  Master’s in polymer science desirable.      

Experience:  3+ years experience preferred in a manufacturing environment

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration:                                   

Other Minimum Qualifications:  A strong technical ability to understand and implement engineering concepts and to perform independently

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: 

• Technical skills are required in order to understand and manage complex product design and material performance concepts to act independently on projects assigned.
• The position will require an individual with good problem solving skills, communication skills and the ability to deal with people in an effective and professional manner. Will handle regular communications with all levels of sales, production and engineering staff.
• Excellent computer skills – 50% of the work will be on a computer with a variety of software – Word, Excel, Access and Syspro ERP
• The individual will need to be able to manage multiple tasks on a tight schedule. Much of the work will be time critical to support both order entry and order release.
• Strong team player willing to share knowledge and eager to learn new skills as needed

Working Conditions:  Job duties requires engineering work, overnight travel and ambulation in office, testing laboratory, manufacturing plant, customer facility, and on-site installation working environments. Occasional lifting/pushing up to 50 lbs.  Sight and color vision required sufficient for detailed analysis, reading and computer work.  Hearing required sufficient for communication with coworkers, vendors and customers and awareness of alarms.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules.

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Planning Coordinator

Basic Function:   Coordinates the daily activities of customer orders to meet production schedule and to maximize on- time deliveries

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Efficiently and accurately assigns bare and/or buffered fibers to production jobs
• Expedites orders to minimize late deliveries to customers
• Designates, coordinates and communicates priorities for buffered fiber production to increase efficiency
• Coordinates with supervisors and leads the upstream production of buffers with the needs of downstream operations
• Coordinates with Stock Cage supervisor to maintain supply of stock orders
• Coordinates with Sales regarding status of stock and manufacturing orders
• Oversees WIP buffer inventory levels and adjust buffering activity accordingly
• Works with ERP Coordinator to insure fibers are sufficient and accurate for jobs moving to the floor.
• Advises downstream internal customers (Production, Engineering, Procurement) of deviations or issues with fiber flow to the floor. Recommends courses of action to reduce or eliminate deviations.
• Intra-departmental cross training as required.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Organizational responsibility:  none
• Communication:  daily communication with all levels of employees
• Confidentiality:  maintains confidentiality of customers, orders and sales volumes
• Financial Responsibility and Judgement:  coordinates significant volume of customer orders daily.  Errors may affect on-time delivery, repeat business and company financials
• Compliance:  daily adherence to ISO, SOX and other requirements
• Travel:  none

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Education:  High school diploma or GED                               

Experience:  Two years experience running extrusion or cabling equipment at OCC and two years experience as a Lead Operator preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration:  None                              

Other Minimum Qualifications:  Effective interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.  Ability to use keyboard and ERP computer system to complete assigned work.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude and ability to review order specifications.  Ability to plan, detail, and communicate complex work programs, functions, and operations.   Ability to understand and implement quality procedures.   Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.   Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills required with the demonstrated ability to express oneself clearly and concisely.  Ability to work in a team environment with the responsibility for training, motivating and monitoring others.  Pay close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately, and to recognize, record and help resolve problems.  Ability to organize, complete tasks and manage time.

Working Conditions:  While performing the job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer use.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for detection of alarms and communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles – appropriate individual safety devices are provided for proper handling.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules.

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Cabler Operator

Basic Function:

Sets up, runs, and monitors 36” up to 64” cabling equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the product code to determine the product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors the cabling lines for all standard products.
• Sets up and runs a respooling machine located in the cabling area to respool fillers.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to ensure the product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
• Correctly completes all documentation specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with safety procedures and guidelines.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.  Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions and to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.  Ability to operate a forklift.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.  This job requires sight for significant reading and computer use.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for communication with co-workers and alarm awareness.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules.

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Quality Inspector

Basic Function:  Performs incoming, in-process and finished goods inspections according to work instructions and procedures.  Assist with customer/vendor returns and related data entry. 

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Perform incoming inspections, non-complex first article, finished goods inspections customer returns for compliance to specifications and auditing.
• Assist with receiving incoming materials and match to purchase orders through utilization of the ERP system.
• Processes customer returns and returns to suppliers and handles all associated paperwork.
• Ensure incoming material meets specific requirements per blueprint.
• Ensure incoming material is moved to proper location.
• Ensure that all paperwork and inspection reports are accurate and complete.
• Maintain manual and electronic record filing system for incoming materials and returns.
• Ensure materials and return products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and performance.
• Recognize defects and problems that arise during production of OCC products.
• Complete Defective Material/Non-conforming Material notices and coordinate disposition of affected material.
• Roving inspection of work-in-process.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values as detailed in the 15 Essential Points of Success; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.  Minimum 12 months related experience in Quality Assurance/Control Inspection process. 

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Be able to use calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools for verification of product. Intermediate computer knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word and Excel.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions.  Ability to understand and implement quality procedures.  Good communication skills, both written and oral.  Ability to read Bills of Materials, Engineering drawings, and ECN’s.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and assist in resolving problems.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift up to 15 lbs and move/push a supply cart with approximately 100 lbs of supplies on it.  The employee must have full range of motion ability, including stretching, bending, and stooping.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for extensive, direct contact with employees.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Security & Technical Support Analyst 

Basic Function:  

This critical IT role combines security operations and technology support for various business areas at OCC.  Security operations includes troubleshooting of security-related issues, recommendation of security best practices and leading projects to improve the company’s security posture.  This role will also engage in supporting virtual servers, desktop systems, personal & networked printers, basic software troubleshooting, basic Network troubleshooting & support, basic Telephone Systems support and other responsibilities as needed.                               

Significant Responsibilities:

Security:

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of IT security concepts, including common attack vectors, prevention methods, end-point detection and remediation (EDR), Security Incident Event Monitoring (SIEM) etc.
• Investigates and recommends security Monitoring best practices, nature of alerts and risk assessment.
• Partners with the Manager of IT Support to present security monitoring summaries, risks and remediation to upper Management.
• Works with the Cyber Security Compliance Manager to understand the security-monitoring framework and ensure that the right controls are being monitored completely.
• Recommends security solutions, methods to the Manager of IT Support.
• In conjunction with the Manager of IT Support, highlight problem areas quickly and effectively, ensuring that OCC Management has the information needed to make effective decisions.
• Participate in audits or cyber-security testing to provide supporting data as necessary.

Infrastructure Technical Support:

• Performs administration and support tasks in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Responds to first and second level support requests from business areas via phone call or email.
• Performs troubleshooting activities and communicates with business partners to solve day-to-day issues.
• Independently researches issues and/ or collaborates with the IT team to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Monitors the OCC incident management system (Spiceworks) and follows up with assigned personnel to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Helps to maintain a centralized source of information/documentation that enables the Help Desk staff and support technicians to recover from technology issues quickly.
• Identifies problem trends and ensures that troubleshooting efforts are completed for recurring issues until permanent solutions are created.
• Works effectively in a small team environment, exchanging ideas freely, providing input and accepting suggestions to work towards a solution.
• Communicates ideas, situations and status clearly and effectively.
• Is comfortable in a fast-paced environment where competing priorities will require effective time management, effective communication and reliable follow-up.
• Participates in an on-call rotation.

Delivery: This role requires someone who takes the initiative to investigate, collaborate and communicate.   Drive excellence and doesn’t hesitate to challenge the status quo in a constructive manner.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality.  Provides excellent service to business partners; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Organization responsibility—has no supervision or leadership responsibilities
• Communication—frequent daily contact with all levels of employees, contractors and vendors
• Confidentiality—follows company policy/procedures for all levels and types of communication
• Financial Responsibility – has no financial responsibility
• Judgment – has responsibility on certain custom mission critical systems for the company.
• Compliance—follows company policy/procedures for Human Resources, Sarbanes-Oxley, ISO, etc.
• Travel—occasional overnight travel to out-of-state facilities

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Education and Experience: 

• Experience in Microsoft Azure cloud computing configuration and administration are a plus.
• Cisco certifications are a plus.
• Certifications in Windows-based technologies or Cloud computing are a plus.
• High school diploma or GED with three years’ IT related work experience in a corporate working environment is required.
• Associate degree in a computer science/information technology related field preferred.                          

Other Minimum Qualifications:  Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.  Must have ample amount of knowledge with the Information Technology infrastructure to ensure timely problem resolution and to minimize service interruptions.    Must be capable in handling tactical level tasks and projects.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  CompTIA or vendor specific certifications a plus.   Work schedule will be designed to provide a balance of hours-of-responsibility and off time but the ability to be available 24×7 is an essential requirement.

Working Conditions:  This is a partially sedentary job which requires sight sufficient for computer use and hearing sufficient for extensive, direct and/or telephone contact with customers, management and employees.  Responsibilities require an individual to be physically mobile to move around the facility.  The nature of this position and the personal interactions involved require that an individual possess significant and persuasive interactive communications skills.  40+ hour on-site work week with on-call availability required. Sitting for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components, occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings, lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects such as computers and peripherals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Outside Sales Representative – Michigan & Ohio

Basic Function:  The Outside Sales Representative performs proactive sales activities for all OCC products and drives increased sales within the designated geographical territory.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Maintains high-level knowledge of the OCC product base and effectively close sales to meet territory, regional, and corporate-wide goals.
• Develops and maintains relationships with influencers in the market including engineers, contractors, installers, integrators, distributors, and others that will result in the selection of OCC products by a customer and/or end user.
• Drives sales proactively as a specialist in OCC enterprise products; supports and engages other members of the sales team:

1. 1. 1. Involves business development managers, technical sales, and engineering to effectively and appropriately address customer needs.
      2. Conduct both individual and joint sales calls, deliver presentations, and participate in trade shows as appropriate.

• Maintains generalist knowledge of all OCC products in all segments to provide sales support successfully.

• Works closely with the Inside Sales Team to provide service and support to customers and to develop a funnel of potential customers.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Managerial:  No direct reports.  Coordinates sales efforts in a designated geographical territory.
• Communication:  Regularly communicates with other members of the inside sales team, business development and technical sales managers, engineers, and customers.
• Confidentiality:  Must maintain confidentiality with respect to corporate goals and objectives, product information, and customer/sales activity
• Financial:  Responsibility for operating within the constraints of the Auto and Expense Policy, especially by maintaining reasonable expenses.
• Judgment:  May make independent decisions concerning specific customer’s demands with consultation from other sales resources, as appropriate.
• Compliance:  Responsible for SOX compliance as it pertains to team processes
• Travel is at least 50% of working time

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred                            

Experience:  3—5 years applying fundamental technical sales concepts and practices

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: RCDD preferred                               

Other Minimum Qualifications:  Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to be a team member.  Demonstrated history of making positive contributions to the organization.  Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Operate independently with little direct supervision; involve management staff appropriately.  Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint with minimal support.  Maintain interpersonal relationships through appropriate and concise communication, oral and written.  Use math and writing skills to correctly complete all documentation required for team reporting and compliance obligations.  Understand, follow, and administer policies, especially those related to quality and compliance.  Attend to detail in completing assignments and documentation.  Prioritize workload effectively. 

Working Conditions:  This is a partially sedentary job that requires sight sufficient for computer use and requires an individual with hearing sufficient for extensive, direct, and/or telephone contact with customers, management staff, and employees.  Requires an individual with the ability to enter data into a computer.  The nature of this position and the personal interactions involved require that an individual possess significant and persuasive interactive communication skills.  Requires an individual with the ability to travel within a geographic territory by car and by plane.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Cabler/Strander Operator – DAYS 

Basic Function: Sets up, runs, and monitors Cabler/Strander/Rework Line equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities following safety procedures and guidelines:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the product code to determine the product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors the Planetary Strander for all standard and nonstandard products.
• Sets up and runs a respooling machine located in the cabling area to respool sub cables, fillers, and wire.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to ensure the product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
• Correctly completes all documentation specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required.
• Runs the rework line when the workload at the Strander allows including washing cables with E Cleaner or MEK, printing cables, stripping cables, respooling cables, wire, and fillers, and using the stripping wheel to strip armor and FRP cables.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months of related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.  Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions and to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.  Ability to operate a forklift.  Ability to operate a hoist.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs.  Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for detecting alarms and communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules.   

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Cabler Operator – NIGHTS
Schedule: Monday – Thursday | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Job Overview

We are looking for a Cabler Operator to help manufacture high-quality fiber optic cable. In this role, you will set up, run, and monitor cabling equipment ranging from 36” to 64”. You will work hands-on with production machines, ensuring that every product meets specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and Monitor Equipment

• Review set-up sheets and product codes to confirm materials, adjustments, and production details.

• Set up, run, and monitor cabling lines for all standard products.

• Operate the respooling machine in the cabling area to respool fillers.

• Inspect and measure products throughout production to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Maintain Quality and Safety

• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.

• Clean equipment regularly to prevent contamination.

• Identify defects or issues during production and assist with troubleshooting or notify the supervisor.

• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Support Teamwork and Excellence

• Communicate respectfully and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

• Contribute to a positive work environment that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Provide excellent service through attention to detail and a focus on positive solutions.

Live OCC’s Mission and Values

• Support OCC’s mission, vision, and values outlined in our 15 Essential Points of Success.

• Follow company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Six months of related experience or training preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate production machinery.

• Skilled in using tools and measuring devices correctly.

• Able to read and follow instructions and quality procedures.

• Strong math and handwriting skills for documentation.

• Works well independently and as part of a team.

• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills.

• Forklift operation experience required.

Working Conditions

• Regularly stand, walk, and use hands for inspection tasks.

• Lift and move up to 50 lbs frequently.

• Vision required for reading, computer use, and color recognition.

• Hearing required for alarms and team communication.

• Work environment includes moderate noise, moving parts, and occasional fumes or airborne particles.

• Safety equipment provided for proper protection.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven by 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes 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; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation, and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Optical Cable Corporation is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disability Employer. For additional information, please click here.

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