Cable Harness Technician

Compass Systems Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cable Harness Technician to join their team in Johnstown, PA. This role involves assembling cable harnesses from schematic drawings and requires expertise in soldering, crimping, and using various tools. The ideal candidate will possess IPC620 and J-STD certifications, with a strong focus on quality and compliance. This is a full-time position within a supportive manufacturing environment that values teamwork and precision. Join a company that offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Recruitment incentives

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in cable harness assembly.
• IPC620, J-STD Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble cable harnesses from technical drawings and instructions.
• Test manufactured products and manage harnesses with various tools.

Skills

Wire lay-in

Crimp pins

Terminate shields

Assemble connectors

Soldering

General computer data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Solder stations

Heat gun

Cable tester

Tape measure

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Job Summary:

Compass Systems is seeking an experienced Cable Harness Technician for our Johnstown, PA Manufacturing facility. Job responsibilities are to assemble multiple cable harnesses from schematic/technical drawings and work instructions. Skills include: wire lay-in, crimp pins, terminate shields, assemble connectors, soldering, etc. Manage harnesses with tie wrap/lacing, braided sleeves and heat shrink as necessary. Test manufactured products.

Description

Job Summary:

Compass Systems is seeking an experienced Cable Harness Technician for our Johnstown, PA Manufacturing facility. Job responsibilities are to assemble multiple cable harnesses from schematic/technical drawings and work instructions. Skills include: wire lay-in, crimp pins, terminate shields, assemble connectors, soldering, etc. Manage harnesses with tie wrap/lacing, braided sleeves and heat shrink as necessary. Test manufactured products.

Required to be able to use the following tools, equipment (wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, heat gun, various hand tools, VOM, cable tester, tape measure, etc.)

Essential Job Functions

Ability to read and understand drawings, schematic and work instructions.

Ability to use drawings and schematic to manufacture cable harness assemblies.

General knowledge of common techniques and practices for manufacture cable harness assemblies.

Ability to use the following tools, equipment, or software (wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, heat gun, various hand tools, VOM, cable tester, tape measure, pull tester, etc.)

Ability to verify measurements to validate part compliance.

General computer data entry knowledge.

Ability to work within a production team environment.

IPC620, J-STD Certification.

Other Job Functions

Ability to follow all company policies, and procedures including ISO/AS procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills:

HS Diploma and/or 1-3 years’ experience in related field

IPC620, J-STD Certification

Physical Requirements

Technician will need to be able to lift up to 45lbs, have good manual dexterity of hands and eye sight to use a wide range of materials, tools and equipment.

Benefits

Compass Systems, Inc. is a profitable, growing company offering excellent salaries and benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering a competitive and valuable rewards program including 401(k), medical, vision, Rx, dental, short and long-term disability, life insurance and recruitment incentives.

Compass Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Use of any external recruitment or job placement agency is based upon its compliance with our commitment to equal opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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