Assembler

Job Title: Wiring Harness and Cable Assembler Job Description

This role focuses on accurately assembling wiring harnesses and cables in strict accordance with Assembly Process Instructions (APIs). You will work with a variety of tools and components to produce high-quality cable and wire assemblies used in advanced electronic products across multiple industries.

Responsibilities

• Produce cables and wire harnesses by performing wire cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering in accordance with 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 safely and effectively.

• Fabricate and prepare wires and cables for assembly, ensuring they meet required specifications.

• Strip and crimp wires using hand and pneumatic tools with consistent accuracy and quality.

• Tin wires using a solder pot and prepare them for subsequent assembly operations.

• Perform precise soldering of wire-to-wire and wire-to-terminal connections following quality standards.

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

• Route wires on harness boards in accordance with specified layouts and documentation.

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

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with all workplace safety standards and procedures.

• Monitor and identify quality, process, equipment, or material issues and promptly report them to the appropriate leader.

• Carry out additional duties as assigned to support production needs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

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

• Proficiency in basic assembly tasks including wire cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering.

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

• Capability to perform precise soldering of wire-to-wire and wire-to-terminal connections.

• Ability to follow detailed written instructions in English.

• Ability to work under a microscope for up to 8 hours.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining product quality.

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

Additional Skills & Qualifications

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

• Experience with electrical assemblies, circuit boards, circuits, and PCB assembly or PCB manufacturing is beneficial.

• Familiarity with cable assembly, wiring assembly, and power distribution builds is an advantage.

• IPC Certification preferred, but not required.

• Experience working with preventive action or quality-focused processes is a plus.

• Comfort working on low-volume, custom production runs.

• Strong organizational skills for handling, labeling, and organizing wires, connectors, and cables.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, privately owned electronics contract manufacturer that supports cutting-edge markets including medical, military, semiconductor, and defense. You will contribute to high-quality, custom electronic builds such as cable assemblies, wiring assemblies, PCB assemblies, and power distribution products. The organization focuses on low-volume, custom orders, giving you the opportunity to work on a wide variety of unique projects rather than repetitive mass production. You will be part of a collaborative team in a growing company with facilities in multiple locations, offering exposure to diverse products, processes, and customers.

Work Environment

You will work 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 runs for 8 hours, with opportunities for overtime on Saturday mornings. The environment is that of an electronics contract manufacturer specializing in cable assembly, wiring assembly, and PCB assembly, with builds that are primarily box builds and power distributors. Work involves using hand tools, crimp tools, pneumatic tools, solder pots, microscopes, and assembly-line equipment while following defined Assembly Process Instructions (APIs). The facility focuses on low-volume, custom orders, typically ranging from 10 to 20 pieces per order, providing a structured yet varied production setting.

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.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Sep 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.