UV Coloring Operator | Day Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. AFL scores A on the Alion truth index.
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. 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.
What We Offer:
- 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
- Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
- Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
Job Summary
The UV Coloring Associate is responsible for operating UV coloring equipment to apply color coatings to optical fiber in accordance with production and quality requirements. This position requires monitoring machine performance, completing fiber transactions in Oracle, and ensuring finished products are properly identified, palletized, and routed to the correct destination.
Key responsibilities include re-palletizing colored fiber, coordinating with Shipping and Receiving to facilitate material movement, and maintaining accurate inventory and production records. The associate is also responsible for conducting daily machine inspections, performing routine maintenance activities, and maintaining cleanliness of machine components, tooling, and the surrounding work area to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Responsibilities
- Operate UV coloring equipment to process optical fiber according to production specifications.
- Complete inventory and production transactions accurately in Oracle.
- Re-palletize finished colored fiber and prepare material for shipment or internal transfer.
- Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving to ensure timely movement of materials to designated locations.
- Perform daily machine inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of machine parts, tooling, and the work area.
- Monitor product quality and report any equipment or process issues.
- Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Demonstrated performer with 3+ years of discrete manufacturing experience in cable manufacturing
- Current AFL manufacturing process certification
- Current EHS/Quality certification and EHS training
- No pending, active, or a repetitive history of disciplinary action
- Very detail oriented (Mistakes cause lose in production)
- Dependable with exceptional attendance history
- Available to work a day shift 2-2-3 schedule (7a-7p)