Assembler

Job Title: Cable and Wiring Harness Assembler

Job Description

This role is responsible for accurately assembling wiring harnesses and cables in accordance with detailed Assembly Process Instructions (APIs). You will perform a full range of assembly tasks, including wire preparation, crimping, soldering, and connector assembly, while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and organization in a small electronics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce cables and wire harnesses by cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering wires according to Assembly Process Instructions (APIs).

• Perform a full range of assembly tasks while strictly following all documented Assembly Process Instructions (APIs).

• Operate and maintain hand tools, crimp tools, pneumatic tools, and assembly-line equipment used in cable and harness assembly.

• Fabricate and prepare wires and cables for assembly, ensuring correct lengths, terminations, and labeling.

• Strip and crimp wires using hand tools and pneumatic tools to meet specified standards.

• Tin wires using a solder pot to prepare them for soldering and termination.

• Perform precise soldering of wire-to-wire and wire-to-terminal connections, including work on circuit boards and PCB assemblies when required.

• Insert terminated or crimped wires into connectors and housings according to specifications.

• Route and secure wires on harness boards following drawings, layouts, and other specifications.

• Handle, label, and organize all wires, connectors, and cables for assembled units to maintain traceability and order.

• Assist in PCB assembly and PCB manufacturing-related tasks as needed, ensuring proper electrical connections and component placement.

• Follow electrical and circuit-related requirements to ensure proper function of cable assemblies and power distribution builds.

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area in compliance with workplace safety standards and procedures.

• Identify and report quality, process, equipment, or material issues to the appropriate leadership for corrective or preventive action.

• Support continuous improvement by following established corrective and preventive action processes when quality issues arise.

• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of production schedules and customer requirements.

Essential Skills

• Ability to accurately assemble wiring harnesses and cables in accordance with Assembly Process Instructions (APIs).

• Proficiency in basic wire preparation tasks, including cutting, stripping, crimping, and tinning wires.

• Ability to perform precise soldering of wire-to-wire and wire-to-terminal connections, including work related to circuit boards and PCB assemblies.

• Ability to operate and maintain hand tools, crimp tools, pneumatic tools, and assembly-line equipment.

• Capability to route wires on harness boards and insert terminated or crimped wires into connectors according to specifications.

• Strong attention to detail to handle, label, and organize wires, connectors, and cables accurately.

• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Ability to work under a microscope for up to 8 hours to complete fine, detailed assembly work.

• Commitment to following workplace safety standards and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment is preferred but not required.

• Prior experience with cable assembly, wiring assembly, PCB assembly, or PCB manufacturing is preferred.

• Familiarity with electrical circuits, circuit boards, and power distribution assemblies is beneficial.

• Experience with corrective and preventive action processes related to quality issues is a plus.

• IPC Certification is preferred but not required.

• Ability to work with low-volume, custom builds and adapt to varied product configurations.

• Comfort working on products that support markets such as medical, military, and semiconductor industries.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, privately owned electronics contract manufacturer that supports a diverse mix of markets, including medical, military, semiconductor, and defense. The work focuses on low-volume, custom builds, giving you the opportunity to develop specialized skills in cable assembly, wiring assembly, and PCB assembly rather than repetitive high-volume production. The organization operates as a compact, approximately 80-person facility, which fosters close collaboration, clear communication, and a strong sense of teamwork. You will gain exposure to a wide range of assemblies, from cable and wiring builds to box builds and power distributors, allowing you to expand your technical capabilities and grow your career in a focused, hands-on environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small manufacturing facility with approximately 80 employees, operating on a single shift. The workday starts between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM and concludes after an 8-hour shift, with overtime typically available on Saturday mornings. The facility functions as an electronics contract manufacturing environment specializing in cable assemblies, wiring assemblies, PCB assemblies, and box and power distribution builds, supporting markets such as medical, military, semiconductor, and defense. You will work with hand tools, crimp tools, pneumatic tools, soldering equipment, solder pots, microscopes, and assembly-line equipment while assembling and inspecting cables, harnesses, and PCB-related products. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety standards, with work often performed at a bench and under a microscope for extended periods to complete detailed, fine-pitch tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cranston, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 Cranston,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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.