Assembler

YOUR DAY TO DAY :

Principally responsible for the assembly of cables and modules in accordance with exacting design specifications.

• Coaxial cables (many different size and connectors, flex and solid center conductors)


• Industrial automation connectors (panel connectors and ferrules, drive connectors, motor connectors, cutting and terminating equipment)


• MS connectors (all kinds of variations and sealing operations)


• Commercial electronics connectors (mini and micro fit on medium speed termination equipment)


• Hi flex cable assemblies (WL Gore / LEONI cores and PTFE sleeves with heat-shrink and special clamps)

Machine & Equipment used :

Soldering irons, soldering aids, cutters, long nose and grip ring pliers, wire strippers, nut drivers, rivet guns, open and box end wrenches, luggers, screwdrivers, component bending tools, torches, vacuum equipment, RF induction heating equipment, cold test equipment, spot welding, laser welding and heliarc welding equipment, brazing equipment, measuring calipers, voltmeters, electronic multi-meter, heat guns, glue guns, tie wrap guns, crimpers, crimping machines, etc.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR :

• Fabricates and tests cable assemblies following blueprints specifications, using measuring instruments, hand tools, and machines.


• Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders and specifications to define sequence of operations, type & size of cable fittings required, quantity and finished dimensions.


• Measures & cuts cable to required length, considering cable stretch metal flow resulting from swaging operations, using cable cutter or saw.


• Selects installs dies, jigs, shims, or other accessories in swaging machine, using hand tools.


• Assembles fittings onto cable in specified location.


• Positions fitting cable between dies of swaging machine and depresses pedal to activate machine that swages fittings onto cable, turning cable assembly by hand as fitting is swaged onto cable.


• Verifies dimensions of cable assembly position of fittings, using measuring instruments.


• Tests holding capacity of cable assembly, using proof loading machines.


• Repairs reworks cable assemblies as required.


• May form loops or splices in cables, using clamps fittings, or by reweaving cable strands.


• May apply lubricants protective coatings to cable assemblies.


• May operate crimping machine.


• May mark identifying information on cable assemblies.


• May fabricate cable templates.


• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.


• Maintain shop disciplines (housekeeping, clean as you go and 5S)


• Work from assembly drawings, 3-D models, and other general documentation to carry out assembly procedures.


• Perform basic assembly operations to exacting tolerances


• Use precise measuring instruments


• correct dimensional tolerance and check finishing specifications.


• Detect defective parts, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervision.


• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements.


• Be an active participant in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality, or production issues.


• Assist engineering with R&D.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE :

• Must have problem solving abilities.


• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret complicated specifications.


• Must have extensive understanding of complex mechanical assembly, cable assembly and module assembly.


• Understand and operate various hand and power tools involved in assembly and cable making.


• Willingness to assist assembly team with other duties as required.


• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to independently solve problems while interacting with various teams and teammates on daily processes and flow.


• Must be capable of multi-tasking various duties throughout the day, have a positive attitude with an ability to be versatile and flexible.


• Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to perform various duties requiring constant alertness and activity.


• High school diploma or GED.


• Typically requires 1+ years wiring experience


• Must be a U.S. Citizen

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries' thousands of products have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.