Assembly Operator

Job Description

Job Description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving.

We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking an Assembly Operator III to work at a premier manufacturing client in Fairview, NC. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:

$24.20/hour

Shift:

2nd shift 3:20pm-11:50pm, M-F, Available to work overtime to support production goals as needed

Why you should apply to be Assembly Operator III:

• Competitive pay.
• Work with a recognized industry leader focused on innovation and quality.
• Opportunity to grow and learn in a supportive team environment.
• Be part of a diverse workforce creating solutions for a safer, more connected world.

What’s a typical day as Assembly Operator III? You’ll be:

• Assembling and packaging fiber optic connector components and terminating single and multi-fiber cables.
• Polishing and testing fiber optic cables and operating specialized equipment for the over-molding process.
• Supporting prototype product builds and pre-release NPI builds as needed.
• Measuring components using calipers, gauges, or other measuring devices.
• Completing necessary operational paperwork to maintain product traceability.
• Troubleshooting and performing minor repairs to equipment as required.
• Performing cleaning and contamination assessments for optical assemblies and EFG IPC workmanship checks.
• Assisting in process development and suggesting changes to improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Maintaining housekeeping and organization in the work area while following all safety guidelines and company policies.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Bring at least 1 year of manufacturing experience with a solid understanding of safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity principles.
• Have at least 1 year of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Possess strong hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and attention to detail for intricate work.
• Are experienced in using hand tools and reading blueprints (preferred).
• Can work in a clean room environment wearing all required PPE and gowning garments.
• Are available and willing to work overtime to support production goals.
• Demonstrate excellent time management skills, accountability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Are ITAR compliant (U.S. Persons only, due to regulatory requirements).

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work.

Apply to be Assembly Operator III today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture-we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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