ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Assembly Teams operate assigned automated assembly machinery, ensure component flow, troubleshoot and correct machinery issues to ensure quality and productivity. They perform changeovers and setups according to production schedule, perform quality checks according to established processes and document the results as required by our quality procedures. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area as well as following TE Connectivity's EH&S policies and procedures.

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.

Primary responsibilities include:

•     Polish and test fiber optic cables

•     Assemble and package fiber optic connector components

•     Terminate single and multi-fiber cables

•     Operate fiber router & complete over-molding process

•     Support prototype product builds, test product builds, pre-release NPI builds

•     Measure components using calipers, gages, or other measuring devices

•     Complete necessary operational paperwork required to maintain the traceability of product

•     May troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to equipment

•     Understand cleaning methods and contamination assessment for optical assembly

•     Perform EFG & IPC (workmanship) checks on both single & multi-fiber termini

•     Mechanical Aptitude to safely & efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop) and identify issues

•     Assist in the estimation process step durations

•     Suggest process changes 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

•     Credibility - 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

What your background should look like:

•     High School diploma or GED required

•     Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience preferred

•     Minimum 1 year experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment preferred

•     Working knowledge of hand tools and blueprint reading preferred

•     Must have good time management skills to work on numerous projects simultaneously

•     Attention to Detail (following bill of material, Routers, and understanding drawings/prints)

•     Proficient Dexterity & Motor Skills for intricate/delicate work

•     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

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/te-connectivity/) ,Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/teconnectivity/) ,WeChat, (http://www.te.com.cn/chn-zh/policies-agreements/wechat.html) Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). (https://twitter.com/TEConnectivity)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience:$37,668.80 – $43,492.80(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

Please note : This position may involve working with technical data, technology, software/source code, hardware or other items (collectively “items) subject to U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these regulations, it may be necessary for TE to verify a candidate’s national origin and/or citizenship status to determine whether a U.S. or other government export license is required prior to releasing its technologies to the candidate. If TE determines that TE will require a license or will be prohibited by applicable laws from providing the candidate with items necessary for the performance of this position, then TE expressly reserves the right to either a) make an offer of employment contingent upon TE receiving required export licenses from the appropriate government agency, b) consider the candidate for a different position that is not subject to such restrictions, on whatever terms and conditions TE shall establish in its sole discretion, or c) decline to move forward with the candidate’s application.

Location:

FAIRVIEW, NC, US, 28730

City: FAIRVIEW

State: NC

Country/Region: US

Travel: None

Requisition ID: 129115

Alternative Locations:

Function: Manufacturing

TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.