Machine Operator
The Final Inspector is responsible for performing final test on all completed cable products. Prior to testing the inspector moves the cable reels to the final test work station, verifies the factory order, checks the product specifications, reviews special customer requests, and preps the cable ends to allow access to the fiber for testing.
The testing involves performing physical and optical measurements on the cable. After testing, the inspector is responsible for completing all required documentation, and moving the reel to the Lagging Prep Area.
CORE SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
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READING |
MATH |
COMPUTER |
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Final Inspection |
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ESSENTIAL WORK CATEGORIES:
The following describe the work categories associated with the essential duties and responsibilities of these jobs:
- Cable Testing:
Test the transmission capability of the cable with an OTDR. The OTDR test the transmission capability by inducing a light pulse into each optical fiber in the cable and measuring the amount of light returning to the source. The attenuation of each fiber is measured to verify the cable's transmission capability. During this automated testing time the inspector reviews data, completes paperwork, preps reels, cleans the work area, and assists other inspectors with verification of the cable print length.
Time spent per week: 65%
Frequency: Several times per day.
Significance: A routine part of the job.
- Cable Test Preparation:
As needed, rolls the cable reels into the final testing area, verifies the factory order, reviews the customer specifications, and checks the cable print and paperwork.
During this process several checks are made and recorded including (according to cable construction): water penetration, cable outer diameter, armor, jacket and buffer tube dimensions, armor and copper pair continuity measurements.
The cable jacket and buffer tubes are carefully removed and the optical fibers are separated stripped of coating, cleaned, and spliced into the test/splice tubes of the OTDR for testing.
Time spent per week: 25%
Frequency: Several times per day.
Significance: A routine part of the job.
- Documentation
Completes required paperwork; files all certified test data (if applicable), makes copies, laminates and attaches certified data to reels.
Time spent per week: 10%
Frequency: Several times per day.
Significance: A routine part of the job.
Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.