Aerospace Production Operator - Night Shift (6%Diff)

Flint Hills Resources; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex is seeking a Production Operator to deliver defect-free products in a regulated aerospace environment. You will load materials, monitor machines, and maintain traceability while complying with AS9100 and ITAR requirements.

The role emphasizes disciplined assembly, inspection methods, and collaboration with Quality. Training for newer team members and participation in 5S/Kaizen initiatives are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of hands-on manufacturing or assembly experience (electronics, interconnect, or cable harness preferred).
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and written work instructions; basic measurement and arithmetic skills.
• Eligible to work on ITAR-controlled programs.
• Able to stand for extended periods, perform fine-motor tasks, and occasionally lift up to 30–50 lbs per site policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and manufacturing equipment according to work instructions and process requirements.
• Load materials, monitor machine performance, and make basic adjustments as required.
• Maintain full traceability and accurate documentation for all work, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ITAR/DFARS, and customer-specific requirements.
• Apply disciplined assembly techniques (crimp, solder, splice, potting, conformal coating, heat-shrink) to deliver repeatable, auditable results.
• Use inspection and test methods (visual, dimensional, electrical testing) to verify integrity and collaborate with Quality to resolve nonconformances.
• Contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement activities (5S, Kaizen, process simplification) to improve output, reduce defects, and shorten lead time.
• Communicate proactively with Leads, Engineers, and Inspectors to elevate issues, implement corrective actions, and support training for newer team members.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measurement basics

ITAR eligibility

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimp tooling

Crimp press qualification

Harness test equipment

Microscopes

Job description

Molex is seeking a Production Operator to deliver defect-free products in a regulated aerospace environment. You will load materials, monitor machines, and maintain traceability while complying with AS9100 and ITAR requirements.

The role emphasizes disciplined assembly, inspection methods, and collaboration with Quality. Training for newer team members and participation in 5S/Kaizen initiatives are expected.