Production Operator

Flint Hills Resources; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending and health savings

Life insurance

ADD

Disability

Retirement

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex's Caldwell, Idaho facility is seeking Operators to join our hands-on production team. You'll build fiber optic bundles and cable assemblies, following written instructions and using microscopes and small tools. Prior fiber optic experience is not required; dependability and accuracy matter.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and attention to detail in a clean, temperature-controlled environment. Training is provided; you'll document steps and monitor quality as parts move through

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.
• Experience in hands-on manufacturing preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality, and work instruction requirements while building fiber optic products.
• Assemble, inspect, clean, or test small fiber optic parts and subassemblies.
• Use microscopes or other tools to inspect product surfaces and check for quality concerns.
• Handle delicate materials carefully and keep product organized as it moves through production.
• Document production steps, product movement, and any quality concerns as required.
• Keep the work area clean and help support continuous improvement in the production area.

Skills

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Microscopes

Tools

Microscopes

Job description

Available Shifts

Our Molex facility in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking Operators to join our team . Operators at this site help build custom fiber optic bundles and cable assemblies used in medical, industrial, and other customer applications. This is hands‑on production work that involves following written instructions, handling small parts, and paying close attention to detail. Previous fiber optic experience is not required. We are looking for people who are dependable, willing to learn, and comfortable doing careful, detailed work in a team environment.

• A Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday (2 openings)


• B Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday (2 openings)


• Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-3:30pm and Friday 6:00am-10:00am (1 opening)

Training will take place Monday-Friday between 6:00am-4:00pm

Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-3:30pm and Friday 6:00am-10:00am

Our Team

Our Operator team works in a clean, well‑lit, temperature‑controlled production area. The work is precise and can be repetitive, but training is provided. Operators follow standard work instructions, use tools and microscopes to assemble and inspect product, and help make sure each part meets quality requirements before it moves to the next step.

What You Will Do

• Follow safety, quality, and work instruction requirements while building fiber optic products.


• Assemble, inspect, clean, or test small fiber optic parts and subassemblies.


• Use microscopes or other tools to inspect product surfaces and check for quality concerns.


• Handle delicate materials carefully and keep product organized as it moves through production.


• Document production steps, product movement, and any quality concerns as required.


• Keep the work area clean and help support continuous improvement in the production area.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Assembly experience.


• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, military, lab, or other hands‑on work environment.


• Experience using small tools, microscopes, inspection equipment, or written work instructions.

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Who We Are

Phillips Medisize, a Molex company, collaborates with industry leaders to design and manufacture drug delivery systems, medical devices and diagnostic tools that save and improve the quality of life for millions of patients annually. With our dedicated team of 6,000+ employees in 29 locations around the world, we share our customers’ mindset that every product is critical to a healthcare provider and their patients somewhere in the world. Molex is a multi‑sector global electronics brand owned by Koch, Inc., one of the world’s largest privately held companies. Discover your potential to make a difference.

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Benefits

• medical


• dental


• vision


• flexible spending and health savings accounts


• life insurance


• ADD


• disability


• retirement


• paid vacation/time off


• educational assistance


• infertility assistance


• paid parental leave


• adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.