Cable Assembler

Communications & Power Industries (CPI)•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Cable Assembler fabricates and tests cables, modules, and cable assemblies in accordance with design specifications, blueprints, work orders, and other documentation. The role involves working with coaxial cables, industrial automation connectors, MS connectors, commercial electronics connectors, and high-flex cable assemblies. The assembler uses hand and power tools, specialized assembly and welding equipment, and precise measuring and testing instruments to complete assembly operations to exacting tolerances. The position includes interpreting assembly drawings and 3-D models, selecting and installing tooling, cutting and fitting cable, assembling and swaging fittings, verifying dimensions, testing holding capacity, and repairing or reworking assemblies. The assembler follows safety procedures and shop disciplines, completes quality and production documentation, reports defects or operating difficulties, participates in team meetings, and assists engineering with research and development. CPI describes itself as a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems serving communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Typically requires 1+ years of wiring experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Problem-solving abilities.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret complicated specifications.
Extensive understanding of complex mechanical assembly, cable assembly, and module assembly.
Ability to understand and operate the hand and power tools involved in assembly and cable making.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to solve problems independently while interacting with teams and teammates.
Ability to multitask across duties throughout the day, maintain a positive attitude, and be versatile and flexible.
Continuous mental and visual attention and constant alertness are necessary to perform the duties.

Responsibilities

Fabricate and test cable assemblies according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments, hand tools, and machines.
Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications to determine the sequence of operations, cable fitting type and size, quantity, and finished dimensions.
Measure and cut cable to the required length, accounting for cable stretch and metal flow from swaging operations.
Select and install dies, jigs, shims, or other accessories in swaging machines using hand tools.
Assemble fittings onto cable in specified locations and operate swaging machines to attach fittings.
Verify cable assembly dimensions and fitting positions using measuring instruments.
Test cable assembly holding capacity using proof-loading machines.
Repair and rework cable assemblies as required.
Form loops or splices in cables, when needed, using clamps, fittings, or cable-strand reweaving.
Apply lubricants or protective coatings to cable assemblies when needed.
Operate crimping machines when needed.
Mark identifying information on cable assemblies when needed.
Fabricate cable templates when needed.
Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Maintain shop discipline, including housekeeping, clean-as-you-go practices, and 5S.
Work from assembly drawings, 3-D models, and other documentation to carry out assembly procedures.
Perform basic assembly operations to exacting tolerances and check dimensional and finishing specifications.
Detect defective parts, unusual conditions, or operating difficulties and report them to appropriate supervision.
Complete documentation required to meet quality and production requirements.
Participate in team meetings to communicate and help resolve cost, quality, or production issues.
Assist engineering with research and development.
Assist the assembly team with other duties as required.