Blueprints, Communication Skills, Component Assembly, Continuous Improvement, Electrical Components, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics Assembly, Hand Tools, High Voltage (HV), Housekeeping/Cleaning, Low Voltage (LV), Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Mathematics, Mechanical Assembly, Microwaves, Military, Soldering, Team Player, Welding, Wire Bonding, Wire Harness
2nd Shift Wire Harness Assembler
Location: Walker, MI, United States
Category: Manufacturing Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Walker
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Entry
Responsibilities to Anticipate this Role
The Wire Harness Assembler is responsible for the assembly of raw parts and sub-assemblies by following in detail our standard work instructions.
- Perform a wide range of complex electronic assembly and soldering operations on low voltage, high voltage, microwave or other components or subassemblies in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using blueprints, visual aids, wiring lists, verbal and/or written instructions.
- Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
- Operate semi-automatic equipment such as crimp presses, sonic welder, and wire strippers.
- Routes, wires, and assembles electronic components using wire layout boards.
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of in-process assemblies and finished products.
- Prep components prior to assembly, clean components, wire bond, potting, seal, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies.
- Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using hand tools.
- Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Capable of being trained across the entire product line and working with Engineering on new or emerging products as well as producing first articles.
- Follow company guidelines and procedures
- Responsible for being an active team participant in teamwork toward continuous improvement.
- May be asked to perform some of the following offline tasks including quality checks, down-time reporting and housekeeping duties.
- Performs other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing setting, wire harness assembly experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to be precise and work accurately, as small errors can cause major issues.
- Electronic and Mechanical Assembly experience, including the use of Hand tools and Soldering Iron strongly desired.
- Must have excellent vision and good hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, and written work instructions, plus have basic math skills and knowledge of measuring device
- Professional and effective communication skills a must
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Excellent track record for attendance required - we need you here!
- Flexibility is a must as OT may be required during the week and on the weekends
- Ability to use hand and power tools
- Great attitude and attendance are a must!
- IPC-A-610, IPC-WHMA-620 and/or JSTD-001 certifications are considered a significant asset.