Manufacturing Technician II
Summary
Under the direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Manufacturing Technician I assembles standard electronic cable, connectors and connector components to create cable assemblies according to customer specifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Compliance with Work Instructions, Policies and Procedures: Read, understand, and apply knowledge to customer jobs in strict adherence to Production Work Instructions and company policies.
- Interpretation of Technical Documentation: Review and interpret work orders, diagrams, prints, and other technical specifications to determine materials and processes required to produce cable assemblies.
- Cable Assembly Production:
- Identify and select the appropriate cable types, ensuring precise measurement and cutting to required lengths.
- Operate a laser wire marker to accurately mark and cut cables to specified dimensions.
- Follow detailed work instructions to assemble cables using soldering and crimping techniques, integrating connectors such as coaxial, USB, USB 3.0, and Ethernet.
- Securely attach connectors and components according to technical specifications to produce high‑quality cable assemblies.
- Labeling and Finishing:
- Prepare and attach labels, ties, and shrink tubing to cable assemblies.
- Apply shrink tubing and labels using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Conduct continuity and short testing when troubleshooting cable assemblies.
- Ensure cable assemblies are finished as required.
- Prepare kitting materials on work orders.
- Setup and operate machinery.
- Documentation and Record‑Keeping: Accurately complete all required documentation, including production reports, quality assurance logs, and job paperwork.
- Team Collaboration and Goal Support: Actively support company and departmental goals through collaboration, problem‑solving, and adherence to organizational objectives.
- Quality Assurance: Complete cable assemblies in full compliance with print specifications and company quality standards.
- Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and development, staying current with industry best practices, company policies, and production techniques.
- Angelus Guiding Principles:
- Understand and exceed customer expectations for value.
- Communicate openly, honestly, and professionally.
- Make and meet commitments with urgency.
- Do what’s right even when you don’t feel like doing it.
- Safety and quality everywhere and always.
- Continually improve ourselves and the business.
- Maintain work/life balance.
- Sustain a vibrant, collaborative workplace.
- Win/win: Angelus and employees.
- Execute with structure and discipline.
- Seek mutual alignment and fit.
- Assist individuals in reaching their potential/ambitions.
Marginal Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Requirements
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies
- Accountability
- Ethics and Integrity
- Learning Mindset
- Communication
Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- One‑year certificate from college or technical school (preferred).
- Three to six months related experience and/or training.
- Strong, professional English verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated accuracy, consistency, and thoroughness.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use above‑average manual dexterity to work with short wires and handle objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk, and on occasion may need to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. Personnel may be required to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Equipment Used
This position requires daily use of standard office equipment (computers, printers, copiers, calculators) and small hand‑held tools and electronic equipment such as soldering equipment and label printers. Use of magnifying light, compliance with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) requirements, safety glasses, safety shoes (when handling cable spools), cut‑resistant gloves (when using sharp blades), and heat‑resistant gloves (as needed) is required.
Work Environment
The work is performed primarily in a climate‑controlled, light assembly environment with moderate noise levels and infrequent exposure to recognized health hazards. The environment is generally safe, with personal protective equipment required as described above.
Location
This position is located at the company headquarters in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Travel is not expected for company business.