Production 16 Carrier Braider - 2nd Shift

Rocky Mount, NC

Full Time

Posted October 1, 2026

$48k - $67k· Est.

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 2, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
Pay provenance: Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided

16 Carrier Braider, with counters, chain hoists, payoffs and takeups.

(Responsibilities listed below cover some of the significant duties performed, but do not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.)
Operate multiple lines - 16 Carrier braider and pair strander.
Operate braiders to provide a braided covering over pair conductors
Select gearing needed by using charts and written instructions
Load carriers with proper supply; thread ends of braiding material through closing die
Load core in payoff and thread through carrier
Tie in core to take-up reel
Start machine and monitor run time
Replace supply spools as necessary
Run machine until end is firmly meshed in braid; stop machine, cut out excess (old & new) and smooth braid coverage.
Acquire an understanding of the mechanics of the braiders so as to be able to replace wear items / minor repairs in most instances except a major breakdown
Maintain housekeeping, 6S responsibilities / chores, and operator PM’s (preventive maintenance) in immediate area
Actively participate in all plant safety, 6S, Kaizen, and lean activities / initiatives.
Keep machinery clean and moving surfaces properly lubricated
Properly document production labor and material movements in SAP confirmations.

Exceptional color perception. Good physical condition.
Strength required to apply up to 100 lbs. of force
Ability to work to 1/1000 inch tolerance.
High school education or equivalent. Reading, writing, simple math are included in job responsibilities.
Initiative required in adjusting quality during the process and using active machine run time for completion of paperwork and housekeeping duties. Understanding, communication and adherence to schedule needs (including Kanban) are critical.