Test Technician

Company Information

Headquartered in St. Augustine, FL, with offices and manufacturing facilities all around the globe, Amphenol CIT is one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of high-performance wire, cable, and medical devices. We provide complete interconnect solutions to industries like Aerospace, Military & Defense Electronics, Space, Medical, Test & Measurement, and Industrial.

Our talented team of employees worldwide helps bring movies to your seat on airplanes, deliver mission-critical information from drones to the command office, transfer heart rhythm to paper, route communications from space, connect power to downhill oil drills, and get planes back in the air faster. At Amphenol CIT, we make the amazing possible. Take the next step to become an integral part of our team by applying today and kickstart your journey with us.

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Test Technician I is responsible for setting up and performing basic electrical and functional tests on product to verify functionality and accuracy of terminated wiring. Perform simple electrical tests and environmental testing on components, subassemblies, and final assemblies to determine acceptability based on product specifications. Performs all tasks in a safe and efficient manner to protect self, others, products, materials, and other company assets from harm. Operates with a high degree of integrity in the performance of duties to foster good working relationships, maintain a spirit of teamwork, and accomplish job goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs insertion loss, resistance, thermal shock, and burn-in testing in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists Quality and Engineering departments in performing other special tests as required
• Creates, modifies and installs test programs into test systems.
• Performs capacitance, insulation resistance and dielectric withstanding voltage testing and/or attenuation testing in accordance with established procedures.
• Records results and determines pass/fail status based on comparing results with product specifications.
• Maintains a high level of efficiency and workmanship quality in the testing process to ensure that production goals are met with minimal waste of time, effort, and materials.
• Records data from the testing process for quality traceability in accordance with router instructions.
• Reports testing results in an accurate and timely manner and summarizes daily assembly activity, including scrap and rework, for evaluation by the department supervisor.
• Identifies and notifies lead/supervisor of complex testing problems for evaluation and correction and corrects routine problems.
• Assists with the setup and execution of basic electrical and functional tests
• Documents test results and related product information in product test reports for basic electrical and functional tests
• Completes and maintains records of test results, test equipment used, and accompanying documentation for basic electrical and functional tests
• Assists with troubleshooting efforts for perceived or validated nonconforming product
• Adheres to all factory safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintains clean, organized work environment and adheres to all safety standards, procedures and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort in a collaborative and supportive manner.
• Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma required. Two (2) year technical degree in an engineering or related field, or 2+ years of relevant quality and manufacturing experience within an ISO controlled and/or government regulated environment
• Experience within the Aerospace Industry with exposure to AS9100 and FAA regulations preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Active IPC-WHMA-A-620 certification required within three (3) months of hire.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Conversational in any other language is a plus.

JOB SKILLS

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and schematics
• Ability to measure accurately using a ruler or tape measure
• Understanding and experience in Lean manufacturing environment. Participate in 5S related performance teams.
• Writing skills required to complete documents and forms
• Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders and/or special projects to meet customer demands.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to use Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Outstanding organizational skills and experience with managing multiple deadlines at once
• Strong technical skills including the ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Basic manual electrical test equipment as well as automatic electrical test equipment.
• Network analyzer, AC/DC power supplies, thermal shock chamber, data acquisition system and various test equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while frequently using their hands to handle objects and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the jobs essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CIT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F-2412-2005, ANSI Z41-1999, or ANSI Z41-1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection in specific locations.
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Travel is not required for this position.

AMPHENOL CIT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Amphenol CIT is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information regarding EEOC requirements please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).

Amphenol CIT participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at Recruiting-Corp@AMPHENOL-CIT.COM