FAIRVIEW Assembly Operator III NC 28730

Job description

This opening is for an Assembly Operator III working directly with fiber optics. This position is responsible for optical connector assembly, termination of various configurations of fiber optic cable assemblies, and testing of these cable assemblies. This individual may assist in process development and resolution of problems encountered in the process of bringing new optical products from concept to market. The individual is a self-starter and has the ability to work well under schedule pressures and ability to balance workload as priorities change. Candidates will have a strong work ethic with a desire to continually learn & with a concentrated focus on serving the Customer. 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 products for our customers. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area, following safety guidelines and all TE Connectivity's policies and procedures. Bonus and retention award opportunities may be available based on the successful completion of required training milestones and continued good standing. Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Job Requirements Primary responsibilities include: Polish and test fiber optic cables Assemble and package fiber optic connector components (as needed) Terminate single and multi-fiber cables Operate fiber router & complete over-molding process (as needed) Support prototype product builds, test product builds, pre-release NPI builds (as needed) Measure components using calipers, gages, or other measuring devices Complete necessary operational paperwork required to maintain the traceability of product Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to equipment Understand cleaning methods and contamination assessment for optical assembly Mechanical Aptitude to safely & efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop) and identify issues Suggest process improvements to improve overall manufacturing efficiencies Communicate within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose & Customer satisfaction After training period of 30 days, works with limited supervision to provide timely and quality products Inspect own work and products using quality standards, work instructions and prints Accountability - takes responsibility for his/her own work. Respects confidential information and concerns shared by others. Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed Ability to work in a clean room environment wearing all required clean room gowning garments and PPE (gowns, shoe booties, hair nets, nitrile gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes) What your background should look like What your background should look like: The ability to distinguish between color-coded fiber optic cables is an essential function of this position to ensure accurate assembly, installation, and quality standards. High School diploma or GED preferred Minimum 1 year assembly manufacturing experience required with knowledge and understanding of manufacturing principles such as Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity. Minimum 1 year experience in a fiber optic assembly manufacturing environment preferred SAP Manufacturing & ISO 9001 experience is preferred. Proficient Hand-Eye Dexterity & Motor Skills for intricate/delicate work Working knowledge of hand tools and blueprint reading preferred Must be able to work with small parts in a clean room environment, using a microscope Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed. Must have good time management skills to work on numerous projects (sometimes simultaneously) Attention to Detail (following bill of material, job routers, and understanding drawings/prints) 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 and follow safety and quality requirements 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 Please Note: This position requires access to information that is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent residents, persons granted asylee status in the U.S., or persons admitted into the U.S. as a refugee. ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more. Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook , WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). COMPENSATION • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $23/hour (subject to change dependent on physical location) • Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity. • Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits BENEFITS • A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits. EOE, Including Disability/Vets IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com . If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities. Job Locations: 1396 CHARLOTTE HWY FAIRVIEW, North Carolina 28730 United States Posting City: FAIRVIEW Job Country: United States Travel Required: None Requisition ID: 160800 Workplace Type: Onsite External Careers Page: Manufacturing Apply Now Start apply with LinkedIn Please wait... TE Connectivity Home Applicant Privacy Equal Employment Opportunity Cookie Consent Manager Other Policies TE Connectivity does not accept unsolicited assistance from third parties for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted to any TE employee by a third party without a valid written search agreement for that specific position will not be entitled to any form of compensation and such submission shall be deemed the sole property of TE. 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