Precision Electronics Assembler – Aerospace & Defense

Molex; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability

Retirement

Paid time off

Education assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Join the Molex Aerospace & Defense Sector (ADS) manufacturing team as a Production Operator. You will deliver defect-free product by applying disciplined workmanship, following regulated processes, and driving continuous improvement in a safety- and quality-focused environment.

Hours are Monday through Thursday, 2pm to 12:30am. You will work in a cross-functional team with Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to meet aerospace requirements (AS9100, ITAR/DFARS) and ensure traceability and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years of hands-on manufacturing or assembly experience (electronics, interconnect, or cable harness preferred).
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and written work instructions; basic measurement and arithmetic skills.
• Eligible to work on ITAR-controlled programs and pass background checks.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30-50 lbs per site policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and manufacturing equipment according to work instructions and process requirements.
• Load materials, monitor machine performance, and make basic adjustments as required.
• Maintain full traceability and accurate documentation for all work, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ITAR/DFARS, and customer-specific requirements.
• Apply disciplined assembly techniques to deliver repeatable, auditable results.
• Use inspection and test methods to verify integrity and collaborate with Quality to resolve nonconformances.
• Contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement activities to improve output, reduce defects, and shorten lead time.
• Communicate proactively with Leads, Engineers, and Inspectors to elevate issues and support training.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Basic measurement

Documentation/traceability

Hand-on manufacturing

ESD control familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimp tooling

Crimp press qualification

Harness test equipment

Hi-pot testing

Job description

Join the Molex Aerospace & Defense Sector (ADS) manufacturing team as a Production Operator. You will deliver defect-free product by applying disciplined workmanship, following regulated processes, and driving continuous improvement in a safety- and quality-focused environment.

Hours are Monday through Thursday, 2pm to 12:30am. You will work in a cross-functional team with Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to meet aerospace requirements (AS9100, ITAR/DFARS) and ensure traceability and