Crimping Technician

Variant Partners; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing company as a Crimping Technician where you will play a vital role in the production of high-quality automotive components. This position offers a collaborative environment with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will be responsible for building connector assemblies, performing quality evaluations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The organization prides itself on employee well-being, providing excellent benefits including full medical coverage and a robust 401(k) plan. If you have a passion for the automotive sector and a knack for technical tasks, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

20 PTO days

14+ holidays

Full medical coverage

401(k) with 6% match

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of crimping experience or 5+ years hands-on experience.
• Background in automotive sector, especially Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Build connector samples and evaluate crimp quality.
• Maintain and calibrate crimping and inspection equipment.
• Assist engineering teams with technical guidance.

Skills

Crimping

Quality Control

Technical Guidance

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Crimping Equipment

Inspection Tools

Job description

Our client, a global leader in design & manufacturing for the automotive sector, is seeking a Crimping Technician to join their small, collaborative team in Rochester Hills.

Why work here?

The company values employee well-being, offering some of the best benefits on the market, including 20 PTO days, 14+ holidays, full medical coverage with a $0 deductible option, and a 6% 401K match. As a privately-owned organization, they manufacture electromechanical components for the automotive industry. The company is stable, experiencing growth, and offers employees significant visibility and opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

The Crimping Technician will support sample production by building connector assemblies and evaluating crimp quality to meet automotive standards:

• Build connector samples using crimped wires and housing components
• Perform crimp evaluations and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain and calibrate equipment used for crimping and inspection
• Manage inventory of connector components and finished assemblies
• Verify crimp specifications to meet USCAR-21 standards
• Report equipment issues and support release-readiness of new parts
• Assist engineering and production teams with technical guidance
• Participate in root cause analysis for crimp-related quality issues
• Occasional travel for training may be required

Experience & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• 2+ years of crimping experience, or 5+ years of hands-on experience without a degree
• Background in the automotive sector – Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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Benefits inferred from the description include medical insurance, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.