Fiber Technician

GCS Recruitment; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment seeks detail‑oriented Fiber Assembly Technicians for a prototype manufacturing line focusing on next‑generation fiber connectivity products. This hands‑on role involves assembly, inspection, testing, and documentation of fiber optic components and connectors.

Technicians will be cross‑trained across multiple workstations, contributing to build and validation of a new product from start to finish in a fast‑paced, research‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical, electro‑mechanical, or robotics assembly environments.
• Ability to work with small, delicate components and perform precision tasks.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fiber optic components and prototype products hands‑on.
• Operate precision tools and equipment (microscopes, crimpers, cutters) faithfully.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks against standards.
• Follow detailed work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Record production data, measurements, and test results.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report issues to engineering.
• Rotate across multiple stations to learn the full build process.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and process improvement activities.

Skills

Precision assembly

Small parts handling

Quality mindset

Tools

Microscopes

Crimpers

Calipers

Stripping tools

Job description

We are seeking detail-oriented Fiber Assembly Technicians to support the launch of a new prototype manufacturing line focused on next-generation fiber connectivity products. This is a hands‑on role within a research and manufacturing environment, involving the assembly, inspection, testing, and documentation of fiber optic components and connectors.

Technicians will be cross‑trained across multiple workstations and production processes, contributing to the build and validation of a new product from start to finish. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical or electro‑mechanical assembly experience who enjoy precision work and working in a fast‑paced technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on assembly of fiber optic components and prototype products.
• Operate precision tools and equipment, including microscopes, crimpers, stripping tools, cutters, and other assembly instruments.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks to ensure products meet established standards.
• Follow detailed work instructions, engineering drawings, procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Record production data, measurements, test results, and build documentation using spreadsheets and internal tracking systems.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report assembly issues, defects, or process deviations to the engineering team.
• Rotate across multiple production stations and become proficient in the complete product build process.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and process improvement activities in a laboratory and production environment.
• Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and documentation requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in medical industry or electro‑mechanical assembly or robotics manufacturing environments such as:
  • Cable harness assembly
  • PCB assembly
  • Medical device manufacturing
  • Aerospace manufacturing
  • Robotics assembly
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • Machine or equipment assembly
• Ability to work with small, delicate components and perform precision assembly tasks.
• Experience using hand tools such as crimpers, cutters, calipers, tweezers, and microscopes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills and experience documenting work accurately.