Wire Harness Assembler – (WAUKB)

Accurate; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Weekly pay

Job summary

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Production Assembler in Waukegan, IL to fabricate, route, and assemble complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies per engineering drawings.

The role requires 2+ years of wire harness experience in aerospace/regulated settings, IPC/WHMA-A-620 knowledge preferred; first shift with weekly pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience building wire harnesses or cable assemblies in aerospace/defense environments
• Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 wiring workmanship standards
• AS9100 / ISO 9001 certified environment experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, route, and assemble complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to drawings
• Strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wires using hand tools and crimping equipment
• Install connectors, terminals, backshells, and other hardware per specification
• Perform harness workmanship and quality checks; use multimeters as needed
• Read wiring diagrams and blueprints to ensure correct harness configuration
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per aerospace standards
• Document work performed for traceability and quality records
• Follow safety procedures and PPE; report quality concerns promptly
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in production

Skills

Wire harnesses

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading wiring diagrams

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Crimping equipment

Soldering equipment

Connector termination techniques

Job description

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER IN WAUKEGAN, IL

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Production Assembler to join our team in Waukegan, IL. This individual will be responsible for fabricate, route, and assemble complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to engineering drawings and work instructions, as well as strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wires using appropriate hand tools and crimping equipment. The ideal candidate will 2+ years of experience building wire harnesses or cable assemblies in an aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environment required, with a working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 (or equivalent) wiring workmanship standards strongly preferred.

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Starting at $20/hour, paid weekly
• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• 1st shift schedule: Monday through Friday
• Located in Waukegan, IL

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fabricate, route, and assemble complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to engineering drawings and work instructions
• Strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wires using appropriate hand tools and crimping equipment
• Install connectors, terminals, backshells, and other hardware per specification
• Perform lacing, braiding, sleeving, and wrapping of harness assemblies to meet workmanship standards
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to ensure correct harness configuration
• Perform continuity and quality checks on completed harnesses; use multimeters and other test equipment as needed
• Inspect completed work for conformance to IPC/WHMA-A-620 and customer quality standards
• Use hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized crimping/termination equipment safely and effectively
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company and aerospace industry standards
• Document work performed as required for traceability and quality records
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Communicate any quality, tooling, or process concerns to supervisors or quality personnel promptly
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production area

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience building wire harnesses or cable assemblies in an aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environment required
• Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 (or equivalent) wiring workmanship standards strongly preferred
• Experience with crimping, soldering, and connector termination techniques (e.g., D-sub, circular, MIL-spec connectors)
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience working in an AS9100 / ISO 9001 certified environment strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for fine, repetitive work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

(Salary range based on experience)

Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.