What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cable Technician Technical Lead position at Sigma Design?
Cable Technician Technical Lead
(Direct Placement for Client)
(Direct Placement for Client)
Sigma Design has collaborated with an electronic components manufacturer seeking an experienced Cable Technician Technical Lead to join their facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. This company designs and manufactures precision components that power advanced applications in aerospace, telecommunications, and medical technology.
What Is Offered:
- Exceptional healthcare coverage (PPO, HSA, FSA), with company contributions to HSA plans. Single coverage on HAS plan is zero premium with $3200 deductible and maximum out of pocket.
- Retirement/profit sharing plans: 401k- 12% , company matches the first 5%, adds 7% for profit sharing
- PTO (vacation/sick time starting at 4 weeks, and holidays)
- Bonus structure
- This position will be In-Office
- Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm (Flexible), occasional evening meetings
- Salary: $27-35 per hour ($25-33 plus $2 lead differential), depending on experience
The Cable Technician Technical Lead is responsible for leading all cable manufacturing technician activities across shifts, ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, and effective execution of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting processes.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
- Lead and support all cable manufacturing technicians across shifts and processes
- Ensure safe operation and compliance of all cable manufacturing equipment
- Partner with site leadership to support OSHA compliance, hazardous waste handling, injury reporting, and emergency response activities
- Coordinate and deliver technician training and certification programs
- Develop and manage technician schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all production times
- Track, analyze, and communicate technician performance using maintenance KPIs and metrics
- Procure tools, equipment, and supplies required for efficient technician operations
- Develop, implement, and maintain preventative maintenance programs for all manufacturing equipment
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and customer service teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues
- Support new product and project launches by interfacing with engineering on tooling and machinery
- Maintain and support facility systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and waste management
- Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams to maintain appropriate spare parts inventory
- Serve as escalation point for maintenance and ASC ticket issues
- Perform additional job-related duties as assigned
- Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
- Technical or Engineering degree preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 2–5 years of experience in a technical role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to analyze equipment issues and implement effective solutions
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically active work
- Must have 20/40 correctable vision
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods (90 minutes)
- Compliance:
- ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
- Background - Pass a post-offer background verification.
- Background and drug screen - pass a post-offer background verification and drug screen.
Shop: Standard machine shop environment with various types of machinery. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $25 - $33