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Loos & Co., Inc. · 1 day ago

Rereeler - Rope Mill

Pomfret, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Loos & Co is a leading maker of premium quality wire, rope, and assemblies in the global aerospace sector. They are seeking a Rereeler in the Rope Mill who will be responsible for quality control inspection and preparing material for cable manufacturing, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

Consumer GoodsElectronicsHardwareManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensure the work area is clean prior to starting an operation; as an operation progresses and work debris accumulates; when an operation cannot continue; after an operation is completed and prior to inspection and at the end of each shift. Maintain a clean and organized work area, by following daily housekeeping, PM's and FOD standards. This position requires good personal hygiene practices. This is a clean environment

Complete any training needed to perform your essential duties. Any job-specific quality training deemed necessary by the quality department, including but not limited to, operation of job-specific machines, tools, measurements, gauges, workplace topics, procedures and practices

Work with, and, train new or transfer employees, sharing knowledge and expertise

Promote and maintain a culture and attitude of continuous improvement, working within the company team to make it a more efficient, safer, and enjoyable place to work. Attends and constructively participates in team and/or project meetings as scheduled

Inspect parts and/or products for surface quality, color, appearance, diameter and dimensions, as called for by specifications, work orders, prints and/ or management and bring all quality concerns to the attention of Supervision

Timely and accurately provides technical knowledge to obtain optimum production utilization and minimize scrap loss ensuring proper machine/equipment/people usage. Make necessary adjustments to correct quality defects after consulting with Supervision

As part of maintenance measures, inspect equipment in use through troubleshooting, checking for any problems in them and fixing them or notifying Maintenance immediately if any, in order to prevent breakdown in the course of work

Regular and predictable "physical presence" on-site attendance is an essential job function and a prerequisite to perform other functions of the job. Employees are expected to be present for their entire required shift; to complete any tasks that have been designated to them; are responsible for the specific duties that go along with their job; being consistent in doing the right thing in all aspects pertaining to their job and working together towards a common goal for the business

Responsible for ensuring that prescribed protective equipment devices are used/worn. Observes safety and security procedures; advises Supervision/Management of potential and actual hazards/conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly at all times; Works in a manner that promotes prevention of accidents/ injuries/illness; practices good hygiene and takes every reasonable precaution in the circumstances for the protection of yourself and co-workers

Documentation must be accurate, legible, readily identifiable, retrievable and completed in a timely fashion. Maintain documentation to ensure retrieval of data and protection of proprietary information. Records (paper or electronic) such as: test records, Lotus, Visual (tags, issuing), WO, PO, PMs, logs, pick list, shipping advices and the like are required to prove conformity

Properly complete, remove and/or generate new quality tags such as barcode, hold tags or RMA, etc. Ensure data entry is done timely

Arrange machine at the beginning of work procedures to ensure that everything is in order including monitoring them for unusual noises or movements. Test the machine before main work begins to be sure that it’s in good condition for production. Set up all machine operation/ assemblies and verify information such as hardware, speed, size and shape into machine before it begins running. Complete any necessary documentation

Set up and operate machinery and production runs from work orders, engineering blueprints, production diagrams, assembly drawings, cable and hardware part number system including first-piece approval verification to specifications, daily. Determine operating methods and sequences; lay outs, sets-ups of equipment, tools and fixtures to predetermined tolerances and lengths for production, development and run requirements. Insert all production materials in the various parts of the machine. Ensure that machines are calibrated and recalibrated before and after production procedures, where applicable

Troubleshoot machine/production problems to determine actual faults. Strictly adhere to specification and ensure good quality work. Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production. Report to Supervision regularly, keeping them updated on production activities and progress. Review blueprint/work order to ensure accuracy in production task

Monitor all activities going on, record them for accuracy, clarification, and verification. Discern process variations through periodic checks and make any necessary adjustments. While the machine is in operation, monitor it closely to detect any signs of malfunctioning that may affect the quality of work and tackle it immediately to avoid it getting worse or excessive scrap/waste

Inspect all finished products, checking for maintenance in production quality and standards. When it is noticed that some products are not within specification, they are reproduced to meet the set standards and/or disposition accordingly

Put the previous job's completed order and documentation in the finished orders bin. Return the previous job's spec, tooling, excess packaging, check fixtures, and gauges back to their proper location when the job is finished

May set up and make "first-article" check on difficult production runs. Includes supporting prototype development activities, working with engineers and mechanical designers on the design feasibility of prototype machine parts and assemblies relative to form, fit, function and cost

Performs in-process inspections of all production orders, manufacturing processes, hardware manufacture, drawings and sampling plans. Records and maintains all inspection and test data completing relevant inspection forms in compliance with Quality Assurance Manuals and department specifications

Able to identify and respond to material/products that are non-conforming. Knows criteria for acceptance/rejection. Familiar with Hold Tags, NMR, RMA’s, First Article Inspection, Disposition of Scrap or Expired Material, and the like, as applicable

Qualification

Quality Control InspectionMachine OperationContinuous ImprovementMechanical SkillsMathematical SkillsDocumentation SkillsComputer SkillsAnalytical SkillsDependabilityDiversity AwarenessInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to four years of manufacturing experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily or higher and in a safety conscious manner

Complete any training needed to perform your essential duties

Work with, and, train new or transfer employees, sharing knowledge and expertise

Inspect parts and/or products for surface quality, color, appearance, diameter and dimensions, as called for by specifications, work orders, prints and/or management

Timely and accurately provides technical knowledge to obtain optimum production utilization and minimize scrap loss ensuring proper machine/equipment/people usage

Regular and predictable 'physical presence' on-site attendance is an essential job function

Responsible for ensuring that prescribed protective equipment devices are used/worn

Documentation must be accurate, legible, readily identifiable, retrievable and completed in a timely fashion

Arrange machine at the beginning of work procedures to ensure that everything is in order including monitoring them for unusual noises or movements

Troubleshoot machine/production problems to determine actual faults

Monitor all activities going on, record them for accuracy, clarification, and verification

Inspect all finished products, checking for maintenance in production quality and standards

Put the previous job's completed order and documentation in the finished orders bin

May set up and make 'first-article' check on difficult production runs

Performs in-process inspections of all production orders, manufacturing processes, hardware manufacture, drawings and sampling plans

An individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Mechanical aides: be able to use the following; C-7 or 16 Hand Cutters, Calculator, Calipers, Forklifts, Gauges, Hoists, Micrometers, Sliding Digital Scale, Stapler, Steel Rule, Tape Measure, Tape Gun, etc

Have a working knowledge of the operation of the following machinery for the production of wire and cable products to closer tolerances of +/- .0005

Accountability looks at both effectiveness and efficiency

Performance measures look at: Productivity levels, cost-effectiveness and quality of product/service as compared to compliance with error tolerance levels established by customer specifications

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time and demonstrates punctuality to scheduled work hours, breaks and lunches, meetings and scheduled appointments

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments

Diversity - Displays respect and sensitivity for all people regardless of age, color, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, protected veterans status or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran

Interpersonal Skills: Able to work well with others

Quantity - Meets and/or exceeds productivity standards and/or efficiencies levels; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity

Analytical / Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions

Attention to Detail: Employees will work with precision equipment, being off by millimeters could be a critical error

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word, Lotus Notes, Excel

Language Skills: Be able to speak, read, and comprehend English in order to understand work instructions, policies and procedures, prints, shipping documentation and written communication

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Mechanical and Technical Skills: Some machines are controlled by computers and operators will need to work with technology

In order to comply with U.S. government regulations applicable to this position, all applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or a 'protected individual', as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)