Aerospace Production Operator – Precision & Continuous Improvement

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

Job summary

The Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) Division seeks a Production Operator to join the ADS manufacturing team. You will deliver defect-free products by applying disciplined workmanship, following regulated processes, and supporting continual improvement in a safety- and quality-focused environment.

You will operate production equipment, load materials, monitor performance, maintain full traceability, and document all work to meet AS9100 and ITAR/DFARS requirements while applying assembly

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of hands-on manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Eligible to work on ITAR-controlled programs and able to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30–50 lbs per site policy.
• IPC-A-610 certification (or equivalent) and/or J-STD-001 soldering certification is a plus.
• Direct experience with cable harness assembly and related tooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment according to work instructions and process requirements.
• Load materials, monitor machine performance, and make basic adjustments as required.
• Maintain full traceability and documentation for all work, ensuring AS9100/ITAR/DFARS compliance.
• Apply disciplined assembly techniques (crimp, solder, splice, potting, conformal coating) to deliver repeatable results.
• Use inspection and test methods to verify integrity and collaborate with Quality to resolve nonconformances.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (5S, Kaizen) to improve output and lead time.
• Communicate with Leads, Engineers, and Inspectors to elevate issues and support training.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Read engineering drawings

Basic measurement

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimp tooling

Crimp press qualification

Harness test equipment

Microscopes/Video inspection

ESD-controlled environment

Job description

The Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) Division seeks a Production Operator to join the ADS manufacturing team. You will deliver defect-free products by applying disciplined workmanship, following regulated processes, and supporting continual improvement in a safety- and quality-focused environment.

You will operate production equipment, load materials, monitor performance, maintain full traceability, and document all work to meet AS9100 and ITAR/DFARS requirements while applying assembly