First Shift Cable Harness Assembler — Sign-On Bonus

Aptiv (WI); Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Referral bonus

Sign-on bonus

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Aptiv Interconnect is seeking a reliable Cable Harness Assembler for the first shift (5:00am - 1:30pm). The role focuses on building high-reliability cable assemblies for aerospace and defense applications, with attention to detail and process adherence.

You will work from complex customer prints, perform various assembly phases, and operate basic test equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of cable harness assembly or general manufacturing experience.
• U.S. Person due to ITAR/EAR export control regulations.
• English reading and writing proficiency sufficient to follow training and work instructions.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude, with willingness to learn.
• Must meet IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble high-reliability cable harnesses and wire harnesses in a hands-on role.
• Follow detailed, translated work instructions and customer prints.
• Operate basic hand tools and assist in testing equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area following 5S and ESD practices.
• Support quality checks, documentation, and adherence to workmanship targets.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

IPC/WHMA-A-620 compliance

IPC-A-610 compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aptiv Interconnect is seeking a reliable Cable Harness Assembler for the first shift (5:00am - 1:30pm). The role focuses on building high-reliability cable assemblies for aerospace and defense applications, with attention to detail and process adherence.

You will work from complex customer prints, perform various assembly phases, and operate basic test equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.