Assembler III -EC

Optical Cable Corporation•Swannanoa, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the assembly of mechanical and electrical parts, including cabinets and enclosures. The assembler will operate solder pots, handle cable assemblies, and test parts. The position requires the ability to polish and test fiber optic cables, cut and prepare fiber cable for termination, and assemble and package fiber optic connector components. The assembler will also terminate single and multi-fiber cables, understand cleaning methods for optical assembly, and assemble fiber optic and electronic parts according to work instructions and assembly drawings. Key responsibilities include recognizing discrepancies, reading Bills of Materials and Shop Packs, inspecting assemblies, completing operational paperwork, communicating within a team, and working with limited supervision after a 30-day training period. The role also involves inspecting one's own work, taking responsibility for tasks, respecting confidential information, and being available for overtime to meet production goals. The position promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality, champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values, and complies with policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
12 months experience in assembly
Must be able to pass Solder Pot Certification
Ability to use small hand tools such as screwdrivers, nut driver, and Allen/Star/Crescent wrenches, microscope, hand crimpers and height gauge
Ability to use soldering iron and de-soldering tools
Ability to read and follow basic instructions
Good communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to read and understand assembly drawings and work instructions
Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and assist in resolving problems
Regularly required to stand and walk
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
Must have full range of motion ability, including stretching, bending, and stooping
Requires sight sufficient for significant reading
Requires color vision
Requires hearing sufficient for extensive, direct contact with employees

Nice To Haves

Computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Polish and test fiber optic cables
Cut and prepare fiber cable for termination according to Shop Packs
Assemble and package fiber optic connector components
Terminate single and multi-fiber cables
Understand cleaning methods and contamination assessment for optical assembly
Assemble fiber optic and electronic parts according to work instructions and assembly drawings
Recognize cosmetic and functional discrepancies on parts and assemblies
Read Bills of Materials and Shop Packs to include the router and pick list
Inspect assemblies for conformance to standards
Complete necessary operational paperwork required to maintain the traceability of product
Communicate within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose & Customer satisfaction
Works with limited supervision to provide timely and quality products after training period of 30 days
Inspect own work and products using quality standards, work instructions and prints
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
Performs all significant responsibilities of Assembler II
Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.
Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.