Career Opportunities

ASSEMBLY MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION:  ASSEMBLY/PRODUCTION MANAGER

***RF CONNECTOR & CABLE ASSEMBLY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED***

The successful candidate leads by example, has a track record of meeting production and quality goals, and demonstrates the people skills to empower and motivate an assembly team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage both assembly teams: RF Connector assembly & RF Cable assembly
• Analyses work orders and develop production schedule to meet customer requirements
• Assign team members to process steps as required to meet manufacturing schedule and maximize productivity
• Mentor and train team members to ensure product quality and achieve employee certifications
• Assembly processes: manual & pneumatic presses, marking, packaging, coaxial cable cut & strip, crimp, clamp, soldering technologies: iron, resistive, inductive, dipping, heat shrink & strain relief
• Electrical Test: Hi-pot, Continuity, Network Analyzer (S11, S21, Phase, TDR)
• Utilize VNA/TDR analysis to trouble shoot VSWR, insertion loss and/or phase matching performance problems
• Collaborate with engineering to develop standard work and visual quality standards
• Coordinate material handling & packaging within the department
• Participate and lead Lean events; 5S, single piece flow, visual quality standards, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Prior assembly management experience in the RF industry
• High School diploma or GED
• Candidate must be USA citizen or Permanent Resident Alien
• Knowledge of RF Connector assembly processes: manual and pneumatic presses and how these processes affect product quality
• Prior experience participating on Lean manufacturing teams
• Basic computer skills such as data entry and retrieval, MS Excel, Word, etc
• Blueprint and Op Sheet reading and comprehension
• Works with limited direction--recognizes schedule and quality needs.
• Strong attention to detail and drive for results
• Good communication skills, not afraid to ask relevant questions or point out practices that negatively affect quality or efficiency
• Available to work overtime hours as requested

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Experience:

• Production supervision: 3 years (Required)
• Cable assembly: 3 years (Preferred)
• License/Certification:
• IPC-620 J-STD-001 or certification(s) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

PRODUCTION MANAGER/PLANNER

Position Summary:

The Production Planner is responsible for developing, optimizing, and supporting manufacturing processes for RF connectors and cable assemblies. This role works closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient production workflows, high product quality, and adherence to technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing or electromechanical manufacturing and a passion for driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes from machining thru final assembly.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and production routings.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) by working with design and development teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Evaluate and improve production methods to increase efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Select and specify production equipment, tooling, and fixtures to support manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to resolve technical issues, non-conformances, and process deviations.
• Input for root cause analysis and corrective actions using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, or FMEA.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-STD, ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Lead or support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Train production staff on proper safety, processes and technical requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a production or process engineering role, preferably in RF, cable assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of RF connectors (ex. SMA, N-Type, SMP, etc.) and coaxial cable types (ex: RG, semi-rigid, flexible, conformable).
• Proficient in engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with assembly standards such as IPC/WHMA-A-620 and MIL-STD specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Hands-on experience with machining, crimping, soldering, stripping, and RF testing processes.
• Knowledge of RF test equipment (VNA, TDR, network analyzers) is a plus.
• Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO 9001-certified manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or training is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing floor and office environment.
• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• May require use of PPE depending on the task.