Operator III - Tuner

CTS Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Corporation is seeking a Production Operator to set up and operate precision production equipment including poling, visual inspection, electrical testing, assembly, bonding and wiring, kiln loading, wafer cleaning, and lithography.

You will follow safety and quality procedures, perform routine tasks under supervision, read blueprints and specs, and work as part of a team to ensure quality and production targets are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reading, writing and communicating in English.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate with engineers and management.
• Ability to perform basic math and use measurements.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and quality procedures and work instructions.
• Perform tasks per written procedures and assist with production steps.
• Exchange information with colleagues and engineering staff to obtain answers.
• Perform routine production tasks under supervision, including forming, assembling and packaging.
• Use tools and equipment as required and monitor quality and output.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area and adhere to safety protocols.
• Other duties as directed by management.

Skills

Data entry

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Machinery setup

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Job/Position Summary

Ability to set-up and operate precision production equipment including but not limited to poling, visual inspection, electrical testing, assembly, bonding and wiring, kiln loading, wafer cleaning, and lithography.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and quality procedures and work instructions.
• Performs a variety of tasks, following sets of written procedures. Occasionally chooses among alternative courses of action within the limits of established procedures, instructions, schedules, and priorities.
• The job involves exchanging information with other persons including providing answers, explaining procedures, and communication with others to obtain answers.
• Perform routine production tasks under the close direction of the Supervisor and/or lead person, including but not limited to forming, assembling and packaging of our products; the set-up and operation of various workstations.
• May require use of various tools and equipment including, but not limited to hand tools, assembly and test equipment.
• Where necessary, monitor work visually and dimensionally referring to blueprints, engineering specifications, and job instruction sheets. Maintain quality and rate charts as required.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
• Other related duties as directed by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent Desired
• Minimum of six months of experience in manufacturing is desired. Experience in lieu of education can be considered.
• Reading, writing and communicating in English

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform routine computer data entry and queries is required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively with co-workers and engineering and management staff.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good understanding of variousmachine set-up and equipment operations.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical/Working Conditions

• Must pass periodic blood tests per OSHA requirements where applicable.
• Must pass brief physical exam & pulmonary function test to determine ability to wear a respirator when required where applicable.
• Ability to lift material and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment.

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.

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