1st Shift - Tape Lead

At Dura-Line, we aspire to create a more connected world, because we believe every company, every community, every person deserves the chance to advance their lives through better access to high-speed broadband. We take pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and being recognized a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies across the world. In one year, Dura-Line produced over 1.4 billion feet of digital network infrastructure. Dura-Line creates what connects us. Every time you pick up your cell phone, log into the internet, or use your i-anything, it’s because our HDPE pathways protect that delicate string of glass called a fiber optic cable that carries everything from precious pictures of your puppy to the latest sports scores. Your safety, health, family, work, entertainment…your whole life; that’s our connection.

DURA-LINE IS HIRING

1st SHIFT LEAD TAPE OPERATOR

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:15pm

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION: 

The Lead Tape Operator will oversee and maintain the production of high-quality product from the beginning of the weaving process to the completion of the tape products. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES: 

• Assist Tape Associates as required. 
• Assist in training new Tape Associates. 
• Set up and operate looms and printers. 
• Perform minor maintenance on all equipment. 
• Assume the responsibility of the Supervisor in their absence. 
• Record shifts in downtime. 
• Oversee inner-plant truck pulling & packaging. 
• Record loom production numbers. 
• Load and maintain required amount of raw materials on reels. 
• Know and understand the applications of commonly used yarn types. 
• Check and verify that weft and lockstitch are being properly woven into the product. 
• Check and maintain fluid levels. 
• Build reels to make sure enough are left for the next shift. 
• Follow all safety requirements of this position. 
• Abide by all policies and procedures in the employee handbook. 
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area. 
• Perform all other duties as directed by management. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• At least 1 year of heavy equipment/machine operation
• At least 1 year of management/Lead experience
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Work, Data Entry, SAP desirable
• Perform best practice quality checks on line and equipment
• observe machine operating to detect product defects or machine malfunction
• Reading, writing, and mathematical competency testing required 
• Mechanical aptitude 
• Ability to read measuring instruments

OCCUPATIONAL AND/OR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 Ibs with or without reasonable assistance 
• Ability to bend and stay in a bent over position for extended periods of time occasionally 
• Ability to work long shifts, weekends and nights 
• Ability to walk and stand on a concrete floor for long periods of time 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Work in manufacturing environment  
• Non-controlled atmosphere- varying degrees of temperature 
• Wrapping pallets requires walking in circles and can cause dizziness

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits offered on DAY ONE!
• 401(k) with up to 9% company contribution!   
• Work Life Balance
• Team Oriented Environment
• Vacation and Sick Time-Off!
• Employee Recognition and Safety Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• The opportunity to participate in quarterly bonus program that is driven by both company and individual achievements, and our unwavering commitment to safety.
• Steel Toe/Safety Glasses Reimbursement Annually

*For Tuition reimbursement you must be a full-time employee and complete one continuous year of employment. You will receive $5,000 a year for undergrad and $7,500 a year for grad*

Please apply online at www.dura-line.com/careers.

“The compensation for this position is typically $22/Hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to jobrelated knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.”

Join Our Team: Dura-Line offers all its employees an exciting work environment and provides career opportunities in a continuously growing company. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that represents our global customer base. Check out our products, history, and testimonials at www.Dura-Line.com 

Dura-Line is part of a community of companies, known as Orbia, bound together by a shared purpose: to advance life around the world. Orbia’s business groups have a collective focus on insuring food security, reducing water scarcity, reinventing the future of cities and homes, connecting communities to data infrastructure, and expanding access to health and wellness with advanced materials. The business groups include Precision Agriculture, Building and Infrastructure, Fluor, Polymer Solutions, and Data Communications, which collectively pursue human centric solutions to global challenges.