Aerospace Production Operator: Precision Assembly & Quality

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid vacation/time off

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex is seeking a Production Operator for its Aerospace & Defense Sector in Minnesota. You will operate production equipment, load materials, and ensure traceability while following regulated processes in a high-reliability setting.

The role emphasizes disciplined workmanship, AS9100/ITAR compliance, and continuous improvement within a cross-functional team. Eligibility to work on ITAR programs is required.

Qualifications

• Read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills required.
• Eligible to work on ITAR programs and pass background checks/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and manufacturing equipment per work instructions.
• Load materials, monitor machine performance, and adjust as needed.
• Maintain full traceability and documentation to meet AS9100/ITAR/customer requirements.
• Apply assembly techniques (crimp, solder, splice, potting, conformal coating, heat‑shrink) for repeatable results.
• Use inspection methods to verify quality and resolve nonconformances with Quality.

Skills

Read drawings

Wiring diagrams

Measurement skills

ITAR eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimp tooling

Crimp press qualification

Harness test equipment

Microscopes/ video inspection

Job description

Molex is seeking a Production Operator for its Aerospace & Defense Sector in Minnesota. You will operate production equipment, load materials, and ensure traceability while following regulated processes in a high-reliability setting.

The role emphasizes disciplined workmanship, AS9100/ITAR compliance, and continuous improvement within a cross-functional team. Eligibility to work on ITAR programs is required.