Job Title:
Cable Assembly Technician- Job Description
- This role focuses on building cable assemblies from scratch in a fast-paced cable cell environment using a batching method.
You will rotate through multiple workstations such as cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering wires, working both manually and with small machines. The position includes comprehensive cross-training so you can perform a variety of tasks rather than repeating the same operation every day.
- Responsibilities
- + Build cable assemblies from scratch according to blueprints, standard operating procedures, and documented work instructions.
+ Rotate between batching stations, including wire cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering, to support efficient production flow. + Perform wire cutting operations using manual tools or designated machines, ensuring accurate lengths and clean cuts. + Strip insulation from wires with hand tools or stripping equipment while maintaining wire integrity and quality standards. + Crimp terminals, connectors, and contacts onto wires and cables using appropriate crimping tools and torque wrenches. + Perform soldering tasks on cable assemblies once certified, following IPC-610 and IPC-620 standards and company procedures. + Complete mechanical and electronic assembly tasks as needed to support overall product builds. + Use hand tools, torque wrenches, and other assembly equipment safely and effectively. + Read and interpret blueprints, travelers, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to complete work accurately. + Follow all documentation requirements, including recording work performed and updating travelers and production records in the computer system. + Inspect work visually and with basic measurement tools to verify quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications. + Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure reliable cable harnesses and medical-related assemblies. + Follow regulated work environment guidelines while working on medical instrument assemblies. + Participate in and follow a structured training program, using provided training materials and binders to build skills at each station. + Communicate effectively with team members and leadership, accepting in-the-moment feedback to improve performance. + Support production needs by working occasional overtime, including some Saturdays or adjusted weekday schedules, as required. + Maintain a clean and organized workstation and comply with all ESD and PPE requirements.
- Essential Skills
- + Experience with cable and wire work, including wire cutting, stripping, crimping, and cable harness assembly.
+ Ability to perform or learn soldering on cable assemblies in line with IPC-610 and IPC-620 standards. + Ability to read and follow blueprints, travelers, and standard operating procedures. + Comfort using hand tools, including crimpers, wire strippers, and torque wrenches. + Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality medical-related assemblies. + Basic computer skills to follow electronic documentation and record work. + Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated production environment. + Willingness to rotate between multiple workstations and learn all stages of the cable assembly process. + Reliability and flexibility to support overtime needs, including occasional Saturdays or adjusted weekday schedules.
- Additional Skills & Qualifications
- + IPC-610 or IPC-620 soldering certification preferred but not required; the company can support obtaining these certifications.
+ Prior experience with medical device or medical assembly environments is a plus. + Familiarity with cable harness assembly and related documentation practices is beneficial. + Comfort working from detailed travelers and following documented quality processes. + Openness to structured training programs that include written training materials and regular feedback.
- Why Work Here?
- The organization offers a laid-back, supportive culture where people can do focused work while enjoying a friendly and fun atmosphere.
You can wear headphones while you work, take advantage of game areas with options like shuffleboard, darts, foosball, and other recreational activities, and relax in fully renovated break rooms with comfortable seating, coffee, and frequent snacks. The company is growing, with long-term build plans already laid out several years ahead, providing stability and room to grow your career. A thorough new training program, complete with detailed training binders and real-time feedback, helps you build skills and confidence over time. The environment encourages work-life balance while still offering opportunities for overtime when desired.
- Work Environment
- You will work in a very clean, comfortable, and well-lit facility focused on building medical instruments in a regulated, but not clean-room, environment.
The cable cell uses both manual tools and small machines at each station to support efficient batching of work. The dress code is casual, typically jeans with a collared shirt, and you will wear an ESD smock as your primary PPE. The workplace is temperature controlled, and you are allowed to wear headphones while working, although phone use is tightly restricted on the production floor. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with the possibility of occasional overtime, including up to two Saturdays per month or adjusted hours if a Monday-Thursday schedule is implemented. The facility has renovated break rooms with comfortable seating, entertainment options such as shuffleboard, dart boards, and foosball tables, as well as canteen vending, coffee, and frequent treats and snacks.
- Job Type & Location
- This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.
- Pay and Benefits
- The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
- Workplace Type
- This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.
- Application Deadline
- This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.
- About Aerotek
- We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder.
Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
- It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
- We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.
AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
