ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I NC

Job Overview

By applying to this Talent Pool, you are not applying for a specific position, but joining a community that gives us the opportunity to get to know you and reach out when appropriate. Opportunities are available for all shifts. 

Job Overview: We manufacture Relays and Switches for the Aerospace industry!  TE Connectivity is seeking candidates for an Assembly Operator I on our Rugged Fiber Optics team at our Fairview, NC facility.  TE Connectivity's Assembly Teams may operate assigned automated assembly machinery, ensure component flow, troubleshoot and correct machinery issues to ensure quality and productivity.  The Assembly Operator I is responsible for component assembly.  This role may require use of microscope, small hand tools, and fitting components into fixtures.   Use of work instructions is also required.   The ideal candidate works well in teams, has the desire to learn, possesses strong hand – eye coordination, and maintains the attention to detail needed to make quality parts for our customers.   Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area as well as following TE Connectivity's EH&S policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Polish and test fiber optic cables.
• Assemble and package fiber optic connector components.
• Terminate single and multi-fiber cables.
• Inspect own work using quality standards and work instructions.
• Conduct tests as needed for particular operations.
• Measure components using calipers, gages, or other measuring devices.
• Inspect product to print.   
• Complete necessary operational paperwork required to maintain the traceability of product.
• May troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to equipment.
• General housekeeping of work area.
• Follow company and department guidelines, procedures and policies.
• Follow safety guidelines.
• Perform all other work-related duties as assigned.
• Read and perform tasks according to drawings.
• Recognize common fiber connectors.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and contamination assessment for optical assembly.

What your background should look like:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing fiber cables preferred.
• SAP Manufacturing & ISO 9001 experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and blueprint reading.
• Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed.
• Team Oriented - will work effectively and cohesively with other employees to achieve required objectives and goals.
• Credibility - takes responsibility for his/her own work. Respects confidential information and concerns shared by others.
• A safe and quality conscious attitude.
• Must be able to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to remain in stationary position 75% of the time.
• Must be able to operate machinery.
• Must be able to move between work zones.
• Must be proficient and able to understand written instructions in English language.

Competencies