ASSEMBLY OPERATOR IV - 2nd Shift Fairview 1

TE Connectivity; Fairview (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

TE Connectivity in Fairview, NC is seeking an Assembly Operator IV for the 2nd shift to perform optical connector assembly, termination, and testing of fiber optic cable assemblies. The role includes supporting process development and ensuring quality while maintaining a cleanroom environment and following TE policies.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of manufacturing experience with one year in fiber optic assembly, and strong hand-eye coordination.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years of manufacturing experience, including at least one year in fiber optic assembly.
• Proficient hand-eye dexterity and motor skills for delicate work.
• Able to read prints and understand drawings.
• Able to work in a cleanroom and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Polish and test fiber optic cables.
• Terminate single and multi-fiber cables.
• Assemble and package fiber optic connector components as needed.
• Operate fiber router and complete over-molding process as needed.
• Support prototype product builds, test product builds, and pre-release NPI builds.
• Measure components using calipers, gauges, or other measuring devices.
• Inspect own work against quality standards and prints.

Skills

Hand-Eye Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Reading prints

Cleanroom experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Postsecondary technical courses

Tools

Oscilloscope

DMM

Calipers

Job description

ASSEMBLY OPERATOR IV - 2nd Shift Fairview 1

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Description:

Job Overview

This opening is for an Assembly Operator III working directly with fiber optics. This position is responsible for optical connector assembly, termination of various configurations of fiber optic cable assemblies, and testing of these cable assemblies. This individual may assist in process development and resolution of problems encountered in the process of bringing new optical products from concept to market. The individual is a self-starter and has the ability to work well under schedule pressures and ability to balance workload as priorities change. Candidates will have a strong work ethic with a desire to continually learn & with a concentrated focus on serving the Customer. The ideal candidate works well in teams, has the desire to learn, possesses strong hand-eye coordination, and maintains the attention to detail needed to make quality products for our customers. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area, following safety guidelines and all TE Connectivity's policies and procedures.

Bonus and retention award opportunities may be available based on the successful completion of required training milestones and continued good standing.

2nd: Mon-Fri, 3pm-11:30pm (10% Shift Differential)

Primary responsibilities include:

• Polish and test fiber optic cables
• Assemble and package fiber optic connector components (as needed)
• Terminate single and multi-fiber cables
• Operate fiber router & complete over-molding process (as needed)
• Support prototype product builds, test product builds, pre-release NPI builds (as needed)
• Measure components using calipers, gages, or other measuring devices
• Complete necessary operational paperwork required to maintain the traceability of product
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to equipment
• Understand cleaning methods and contamination assessment for optical assembly
• Mechanical Aptitude to safely & efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop) and identify issues
• Suggest process improvements to improve overall manufacturing efficiencies
• Communicate within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose & Customer satisfaction
• After training period of 30 days, works with limited supervision to provide timely and quality products
• Inspect own work and products using quality standards, work instructions and prints
• Accountability - takes responsibility for his/her own work. Respects confidential information and concerns shared by others.
• Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed
• Ability to work in a clean room environment wearing all required clean room gowning garments and PPE (gowns, shoe booties, hair nets, nitrile gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes)

What your background should look like

• The ability to distinguish between color-coded fiber optic cables is an essential function of this position to ensure accurate assembly, installation, and quality standards.
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum of two 2 years of manufacturing experience, including at least one 1 year of fiber optic assembly manufacturing experience required.
• Proficient Hand-Eye Dexterity & Motor Skills for intricate/delicate work
• Working knowledge of hand tools and blueprint reading preferred
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and wear required PPE (gowns, shoe booties, hair nets, nitrile gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes)
• Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed.
• Must have good time management skills to work on numerous projects (sometimes simultaneously)
• Attention to Detail (following bill of material, job routers, and understanding drawings/prints)
• Team Oriented - will work effectively and cohesively with other employees to achieve required objectives and goals.
• Credibility - takes responsibility for his/her own work. Respects confidential information and concerns shared by others.
• A safe and quality conscious attitude and follow safety and quality requirements
• Experience using electronic testing equipment such as Oscilloscope, DMM (Digital Multi Meter), Variable Power Supplies preferred
• Excel skills to record, organize, & analyze data is preferred
• Some post high school technical courses are preferred
• Must be able to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to operate machinery
• Must be able to move between work zones
• Must be proficient and able to understand written instructions in English language
• Ability to read prints

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/te-connectivity/) ,Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/teconnectivity/) ,WeChat, (http://www.te.com.cn/chn-zh/policies-agreements/wechat.html) Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). (https://twitter.com/TEConnectivity)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $27 - $30/HR (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

Job Locations:

1396 CHARLOTTE HWY

FAIRVIEW, North Carolina 28730

United States

Workplace Type: Onsite

TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.