Cable Assembly Operator
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Purpose:
Performs assembly of all products within the Production area using specialized assembly machines
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of established SPC processes for the product being produced
- Interprets and performs functions per product process plans and complex engineering prints
- Performs a wide variety of assembly/support on electronic electro-mechanical mechanical or measurement systems.
- Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring component installation hand soldering cable harnessing welding and fitting on assembly units.
- Test and production machine setups performed while adhering to tolerancing stated in component/assembly drawings.
- Be able to demonstrate above average manual dexterity and the ability to work with very small parts
- Testing/R&D of Company and competitors products and components
- Separates non-conforming product from conforming product.
- Knowledge of quality system documentation and the interrelation of the complete quality system.
- Meets the required rate of production over 80% for the product being produced.
- May be responsible for closing jobs and pulling production schedule for the team
- Requisitions and communicates maintenance needs for special set-up and complicated machine adjustments.
- Compliance and participation in all Smiths Connectors EHS programs policies procedures and training requirements.
Qualifications :
Technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- 5 years of experience in assembly soldering under a microscope and working with wire connectors
- Ability to interpret and perform assembly functions
- Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions
- above average manual dexterity and the ability to work with very small parts
- Ability to work with others
- Must have good eye/hand coordination
Travel %: 0%
Planning and Decision Making:
- Maintain work schedules that will meet customer requirements.
- Adapt to daily changes in production and meet shipping schedules.
- Flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination.
Impact and Scope:
- Communication with Lead and Supervisor with issues that will compromise quality.
- SIKC Location as well as other Smiths Interconnect stakeholders
Key Internal & External Stakeholders & Relationships
- Work with Lead and Supervisor to meet production demands
- Direct report to Lead/Supervisor
Other Requirements:
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
- Good or corrected vision.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
- Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to move up to 25 lbs.
- Able to handle moderate levels of stress.
- Adequate manual dexterity to assemble extremely small parts and operate specialized assembly tools.
Security: Please State if US Citizen or permanent Resident Required
Additional Information :
Why Smiths Interconnect
- Global Impact: As part of Smiths Group a global engineering leader youll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.
- Innovative Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.
- Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary benefits package and performance-related incentives.
- Location: Dundee is an exciting city with a growing tech sector and vibrant cultural scene making it a great place to live and work.
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Hand Tools
- Calipers
- Basic Math
- Math
- Mobile Devices
- Surface Mount Technology
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Assembly Experience
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Soldering
- Manufacturing
About Company
Smiths Group is a global technology company that delivers solutions for the worlds evolving challenges. With a history spanning over 170 years, we operate across multiple sectors, including healthcare, energy, defense, and manufacturing. Our five divisionsJohn Crane, Smiths Detectio ... View more
