Production Operator Optic (6 months Contract)

Samtec Asia Pacific (M) Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Samtec Asia Pacific (M) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Production Operator Optic for a 6-month contract in Penang. You will interpret blueprints, use measuring devices, and ensure products meet specifications while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and basic math; candidates with chemicals or cable manufacturing exposure are a plus. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with soldering tasks is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing/assembly line experience is a plus.
• Must read specs, schematics, shop orders and prints; perform basic math.
• Attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player; able to work independently.
• Experience with chemicals is a plus.
• Experience with cable manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Must be able to sit/stand for 90 minutes; may solder or repair wires.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds; adhere to safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Understand and abide by safety/compliance standards set by area/Samtec.
• Interpret blueprint drawings to build product to required specs.
• Use required measuring devices for the process.
• Meet/exceed productivity goals for the area.
• Learn and sustain knowledge of quality issues; maintain quality.
• Perform buddy checks to confirm team members' work meets specs.
• Complete production paperwork and ITS data entries as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Basic use of tools to setup/change tooling.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Data entry

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Basic math

Soldering

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microscope

Soldering tools

Job description

Production Operator Optic (6 months Contract)

1. Understand and abide by all safety/compliance standards set by the assigned area/Samtec.

2. Interpretation of blueprint drawings, to build product to the required specifications.

3. Ability to use all required measuring devices pertaining to the given process.

4. Meet/exceed established productivity goals set by the assigned area.

5. Learn and sustain knowledge of all potential quality issues. Work with an attention to detail to ensure all products meet quality standards.

6. Perform buddy checks to confirm team member’s work meets specifications.

7. Complete production paperwork and ITS data collection entries, per the required frequencies.

8. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

9. Basic use of tools to setup and change required tooling.

10. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Experience

1. Previous manufacturing experience in production or on an assembly line is a plus.

2. Must be able to read and understand job specifications, schematics, shop order, read prints, operating instructions, perform basic math calculations, basic statistics interpretation, identify basic functional problems, take corrective action, and interface with supervisors and engineers to solve problems.

3. Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously.

4. Basic computer skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Office.

5. Good verbal and written communication skills.

6. Functions well in a team environment and individually.

7. Experience working around or with chemicals is a plus.

8. Experience with cable manufacturing processes is a plus.

9. Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes, and not suffer from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.

a. May also work with a microscope for extended periods of time.

b. May have to utilize both hands for soldering and/or repairing soldered wires.

10. Lifting Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.

11. Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions: Must be willing to adhere to department safety rules and regulations. May be exposed to noise (required to wear protective gear). May be exposed to Hazardous Materials & Chemicals (required to wear safety glasses and other protective gear).

Education

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.

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Samtec, Inc., is a worldwide manufacturer of P.C. Board level interconnects. Samtec was founded in 1976 and is privately held. Samtec, Inc. is ISO/TS 16949:2009, ISO 9001:2008, and ISO 14001:2004 registered with a 5-A1 Dun and Bradstreet rating, the highest available for a corporation this size.

Much more than just another connector company, Samtec puts people first with a commitment to exceptional service, quality products, and convenient tools. We believe that people matter, whether they are our external or internal customers. This belief is deeply ingrained throughout our organization and means we're all willing to go the extra step to build remarkable products and services that take the industry further faster.

Founded in 1976, we are a privately held, $613 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solution blocks, including IC-to-Board/Ultra Micro, High Speed Board-to-Board, High Speed Cables, Future-Proof/Active Optics, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. To meet the interconnect challenges of tomorrow and beyond, Samtec has developed unique Technology Centers to help optimize the entire signal transmission path… from the IC to the panel and beyond, and all points in between.

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