Cable Cutter

viaPhotonNaperville, Illinois, United States · Posted 3 days ago

Full-timeEst. 37,960 USD

Description

Location: Naperville, IL

Schedule: Mon–Fri 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 1:00 AM

Compensation: $18.00 - $18.50 per hour, plus a $2,000 prepaid card for medical expenses (prorated based on start date)

Who We Are

We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led. viaPhoton builds custom-engineered fiber optic solutions that power AI infrastructure, data centers, and 5G networks for some of the biggest names in tech. In five years we've grown to a team of 200+ and 4x'd our revenue in the last year alone, and we're just getting started. We're looking for dependable, hardworking people who take pride in their work and want to grow with us.

About the Role

You'll be the precision expert behind cutting fiber optic cables to exact specifications for our fastest-growing projects. This hands-on role puts you right at the center of our manufacturing pipeline, working with specialized equipment and contributing directly to products heading to major data centers and 5G networks.

Operate cable cutting equipment to cut fiber optic cables to required lengths and specifications
Read and interpret Manufacturing Orders and technical specs to understand cutting requirements
Inspect cable quality and make sure cuts meet required standards before moving to the next stage
Maintain accurate inventory tracking and report cable quantities and scrap
Keep cutting equipment clean and well-maintained, and keep your work area organized and safe
Work with the lead to prioritize and schedule cable cutting tasks

What You'll Bring

Have previous experience in cable cutting or related manufacturing roles (a plus, but not required)
Have careful attention to detail and can work with precision to meet tight specs
Have basic math skills for measurements and calculations
Communicate clearly and work well with a team
Have forklift experience (a plus, but not required)
Follow safety policies and procedures closely, with proper PPE

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What's in it for you?

Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
Flexible PTO that grows over time
10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
Monthly team events
Shift differential for 2nd shift
Overtime eligibility
Click here to view our full benefits overview.

We're building something big, and we want good people along for the ride. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

At viaPhoton, we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We reinforce this through our core values and beliefs as well as our processes and strategic goals. We remind team members to seek various viewpoints, learn and be hungry with curiosity, and gain trust.

We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions based on merit and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, health condition, genetic information, marital or family status, military or veteran status, socioeconomic background, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We provide reasonable accommodations and adjustments throughout the hiring process. If you need one, please let us know. Any personal data you share with us is handled confidentially and in line with applicable data protection law.