Assembler IV

Communications and Power Industries, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness program

Retirement with company match

Career development

Job summary

Communications & Power Industries, Inc. is seeking an Assembler IV to perform advanced electronic and mechanical assembly for SATCOM Antenna systems. You will work with a wide range of tools and lead junior team members to maintain high production quality.

The role emphasizes solution-minded assembly, adherence to blueprints and schematics, and collaboration with engineering on documentation and process improvements. A strong safety record and ability to work on a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with intricate electronic or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to train and lead others and ensure conformance to standards.
• Familiarity with Windows/macOS software installation and basic IT processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs diverse, intricate high-level electronic or mechanical assembly work.
• Uses all assembly tools and may set up own station.
• Trains assemblers and supports process improvements.

Skills

Electronic assembly

Mechanical assembly

Lead and train others

Soldering & testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA in technical field preferred

Tools

Calipers

Voltmeter

Microscope

Crimping tools

Job description

Description

YOUR DAY TO DAY: As our Assembler IV, you'll perform a variety of electronic, mechanical, or composite assembly tasks in support of our SATCOM Antenna business. You've got demonstrated skills of a fully experienced and versatile assembler with the ability to produce a consistent high production level and high quality of product.

Soldering irons, soldering aids, cutters, skill saws, and applicable hand tools, vacuum equipment, RF induction heating equipment, cold test equipment, spot welding, laser welding and heliair welding equipment, brazing equipment, measuring calipers, voltmeters, electronic multi-meter, heat guns, glue guns, tie wrap guns, crimpers, crimping machines, etc. Composite assemblers will work with pneumatic and hand tools, gel coating and spray painting or spray gun, buffing and sanding equipment

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Performs diverse, intricate, high-level electronic, mechanical, or assembly work requiring experience and versatility.
• Uses all assembly tools with facility. May make own set-up.
• Comprehensive understanding of assembly sketches, blueprints, and schematics.
• Performs rework resulting from drawing change notices and initiates as necessary.
• Ensures quality and personal conformance to specifications using appropriate testing equipment.
• Employs an overall understanding of assembly techniques, utilizing skills normally in two or more production areas.
• Trains assemblers with less experience. Exercises leadership skills withing team functions.
• Assists engineering in supporting documentation and process improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• Experienced with related tools or machines, capable of intricate work.
• Ability to train and lead others and have a high aptitude for quality and conformance to engineering standards.
• Installing and configuring applications Installed or configured business-critical software or Managed software installation, updates and troubleshooting across Windows and macOS environments
• May require completion of the following courses: Overview of Applied Vacuum Technology, Fundamentals of Vacuum
• Basic HR practices and interviewing techniques, basic leadership
• Must have the ability to follow safety protocols and practices
• Ability to work on a team
• Good eye/hand coordination
• High School Diploma or GED required, AA degree in technical field preferred
• Ten (10) years’ related assembly experience preferred
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Able to use microscope for extended periods of time
• Able to sit/stand for long periods of time
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

*Please note this position will begin to report to our Irving location but, will be transitioning to our Plano location*

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:
Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff… etc.

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