Overview
Cable Connections is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to support the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and quality assurance of crimping processes used in wire harness and electro-mechanical assembly manufacturing. This role serves as the primary technical resource for crimping operations, ensuring all products meet IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards and customer specifications.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate crimping equipment, tooling, applicators, and terminals according to product specifications.
- Validate machine setups and support first article inspections and process verification.
- Perform crimp height measurements, pull testing, and visual inspections.
- Ensure compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class II/III standards and customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot crimp defects, tooling issues, and equipment performance problems.
- Participate in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze production and quality data to improve process performance.
- Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Support documentation updates, new product introductions, and manufacturing process improvements.
- Provide technical support to production teams and assist with wire harness, cable, and electro-mechanical assembly as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, or related experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and follow technical instructions, diagrams, and specifications.
- Experience in wire harness, cable assembly, or electronics manufacturing (preferred).
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards (preferred).
- Experience with pull testing, crimp height analysis, and crimp quality inspection (preferred).
- Experience setting up or programming manufacturing equipment (preferred).