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Assembler I- EC

Optical Cable Corporation
Swannanoa, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2025

Basic Function: Responsible for assembly of mechanical and electrical parts. Operate solder pot, handle cable assembly, and test parts.

 

Significant Responsibilities:

 

Performs specific job responsibilities:  

• Assemble mechanical and electronic parts according to work instructions and assembly drawings.

• Recognize cosmetic and functional discrepancies in parts and assemblies.

• Operate solder pot according to work instructions.

• Read Bills of Materials and Shop Packs to include the router and pick list.

• Clean the solder pot according to safety and operating procedures.

• Perform final assembly and tests on cables.

• Conduct rowing inspection of work in process.

• Inspect assemblies for conformance to standards.

• Operate Signature PCB test equipment. 

• Ensure each product passes testing requirements to standards.

• Load and operate the IDC Insertion Machine.

 

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality.  Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests/needs.

 

Champions OCC’s mission, vision, and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct.

 

Minimum Qualifications Required:

 

Education & Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Must have 12 months of experience in assembly. Must be able to pass Solder Pot Certification.

 

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Ability to use small hand tools such as screwdrivers, nut drivers, Allen/Star/Crescent wrenches, microscope, hand crimpers, and height gauge. Ability to use soldering iron and de-soldering tools. Ability to read and follow basic instructions. Good communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to read and understand assembly drawings and work instructions. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and assist in resolving problems. Computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred. 

 

Working Conditions: While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. The employee must have full range of motion ability, including stretching, bending, and stooping. This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for extensive, direct contact with employees. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

 

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

 

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