Basic Function:  Tests and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables at various stages during the production process and evaluates data to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of products by performing the following job responsibilities:

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:  

• Selects optical fiber and sub-cables to be tested based on priorities set by production.

• Strips optical fiber and sub-cables and uses OTDR testing equipment to test for length, breaks and attenuation.

• Observes, measures, and inspects optical fiber and sub-cables for qualities such as wall thickness, diameter, concentricity, print, and color as required per the shop order.

• Evaluates data to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.

• Completes all inspection paperwork specific to this job function.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality.   Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Ability to set-up, run, and monitor test equipment in a production environment. Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions, ability to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.   Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.   Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs. This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.   This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles.   Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:   This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.