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Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $4B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.\nWhat We Offer:\n401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)\nProfessional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs\nExcellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options\nOpportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!\nJob Summary\nThe Certified Technician will be responsible for safely operating production lines that produce Cable for the telecommunications industry. He/She must be diligent in adhering to procedures, focused on producing the best quality products, highly productive, and mindful of costs. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a challenging, dynamic, team-based manufacturing environment.\nThe position reports to a crew supervisor and is assigned to a production team. Flexibility in assignments is required.\nThe position is located at our Duncan, SC manufacturing facility which operates on a seven day, twenty-four hour schedule. The ability to work nights and weekends is required.\nResponsibilities\nAdhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.\nMaintain acceptable attendance in accordance with the policies of AFL.\nAdhere to the production schedule, minimizing changeover times, and meeting production goals.\nProduce products that meet or exceed specifications.\nAccurately enter production and quality data using a computer.\nAchieve and maintain assigned production process certifications.\nMaintain assigned work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.\nAssist other operators with machine set-up and operation as needed.\nDocument and report quality issues.\nPerform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.\nPersonal Qualities\nDisciplined self-starter with integrity and confidence who strives to achieve goals even in the most challenging environments with limited supervision.\nTeam player with well-developed interpersonal skills that is comfortable working with others to achieve shared goals.\nEthical - recognizes the importance of treating other with respect while also following policies and procedures.\nFlexible - willing to work overtime as needed and scheduled or on different production lines when required.\nPunctual - good time management; recognizes the importance of being on time.\nAdaptable - willing to accept new products and machinery.\nQualifications\nAble to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.\nMechanically oriented with the ability to solve problems and implement change.\nPrevious metal forming / welding experience a plus but not required.\nStrong communication and writing skills with the ability to clearly explain issues.\nGood computer skills. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.\nMust have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.\nHigh school diploma or GED OR 1+ years of manufacturing experience\nWorking Conditions\n12 hour rotating shifts (2/2/3)\nPhysical demands:Job involves sitting, standing, walking and lifting for periods of time throughout the day.\nJob requires rolling and turning of reels, cutting different metal types, monitoring lines and distinguishing colors.\nMust be able to lift between 15 and 50 pounds frequently on a daily basis.\n\nPersonal protective equipment requirements:\nSafety glasses and steel toe shoes must be worn at all times.\nSome positions will require ear plugs to be worn at all times.\nAble to pass pre-employment drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4127,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":1,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":["401k plan","Life insurance","Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Telecommunications","Broadband"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-26T10:49:54Z"}],"liveness":{"score":65,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.724,"p_room":0.9,"age_days":7,"expected_fill_days":11,"reasons":["conf:1","velocity","win:mid","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-01T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/afl-global-certified-technician","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/afl-global-certified-technician.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-01T12:28:25Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3899,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1101,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-02T00:00:00Z"}}}