Cable Assembler
Aerotek
**Job Title: Cable Assembler**
**Job Description**
Build various cables used in aircraft and ground control stations by determining and following methods and sequences of operations in performing assembly tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing on assembly units. Comprehend assembly drawings or written work instructions, crimp terminals/contacts onto wires using manual and automated tooling, and label assemblies in accordance with drawing specifications.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform soldering-tinning wire, splices, and connections.
+ Execute a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly.
+ Utilize basic hand tools, cutters, wire strippers, hand crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.
+ Monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures.
+ Observe all laws, regulations, and obligations while conducting business.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience with cable assembly and cable harnessing.
+ Proficient in soldering, cable harnessing, assembly, and wire crimping.
+ Ability to read, follow, and understand blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and wire lists.
+ Skilled in crimping terminals/contacts onto wires using manual and automated tooling.
+ Familiarity with basic hand tools, cutters, wire strippers, hand crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.
+ Good visual perception and ability to distinguish between colors.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ Three or more years of experience in cable assembly.
+ Certification IPC/WHMA-A620 is a plus.
+ Understanding of 5S and Lean Principles is a plus.
+ Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
+ Customer-focused with limited technical comprehension.
+ Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the position.
+ Ability to work independently or in a team environment and extended hours as required.
**Why Work Here?**
We offer stability and growth opportunities in a well-established and reputable company, providing an environment where employees can thrive and develop their careers.
**Work Environment**
Our facility provides a calm and quiet work environment, with each Cable Assembler having their own workbench/station equipped with all necessary tools. The dress code includes long pants, no loose clothing, clean and appropriate attire, and close-toed shoes. We operate on a 9/80 work week schedule, with multiple shifts offering overtime opportunities. Employees are expected to keep phones in pant pockets, and headphones are not allowed.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, California.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $31.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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