Cable Assembly Technician

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Cable Assembly Technician prepares and hand solders wire and cable connectors, splices, and sockets for the molding process, following defined policies and procedures. The role performs fine hand soldering and mechanical assembly under general supervision, using production drawings, sample assemblies, bills of material, work instructions, and verbal instructions. The technician inspects parts for quality, conducts basic testing during assembly, and adjusts or trims components to meet specified electrical or dimensional characteristics. The position also requires following safety procedures, wearing required PPE, and safely handling flammable and hazardous chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and cleanliness specifications.

The core schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, with availability for overtime Monday through Saturday as needed. The posting lists both temp-to-hire and direct-hire openings. Offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of electro-mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing environment, including reading and interpreting detailed electronic drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Prior hand soldering experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or hold U.S. Person status as defined in the posting.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English well enough to understand detailed work and safety instructions and complete required paperwork legibly.
• Good vision, corrected if necessary, for visual product inspection and defect identification; ability to distinguish colors.
• Good manual dexterity for using basic hand tools and equipment.
• Experience with some basic power tools, such as power drills and sanders.
• Basic understanding of mechanical hardware assembly, including nuts, bolts, and screws.
• Basic understanding of blueprints, bills of material, and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Good work ethic and reliability, including consistent attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Wire and cable soldering experience.
• Current or prior J-STD 001 and/or IPC 620 certification.
• Understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform fine hand soldering using a soldering iron and magnifying glass.
• Follow detailed production drawings, sample assemblies, and verbal instructions under general supervision.
• Apply established acceptable workmanship practices to mechanical assembly tasks.
• Interpret drawings, work instructions, and bills of material to identify required parts and assembly steps.
• Assemble components using manual dexterity, basic hand tools, soldering equipment, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Inspect parts for quality and perform basic testing throughout the assembly process.
• Adjust or trim component materials to meet specified electrical or dimensional characteristics.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment in the work area.
• Safely handle flammable and hazardous chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and cleanliness specifications.
• Receive and provide cross-training in all assemblies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED