Molding Technician

Molding Technician

Company: The First Electronics Corporation, Connected by Trexon

Location: Chelsea, MA

Pay Range: $15.69 - $25.00

Reports to: Molding Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

The First Electronics Corporation (FEC) specializes in the manufacture of over‑molded, extra flexible, multi‑conductor, fully EMI‑shielded cable assemblies, harnesses and electro‑mechanical assemblies custom built for military applications and harsh environments. FEC also produces electro‑mechanical assemblies and systems for custom applications, all with no minimum quantity requirements. FEC is AS9100D and IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Certified. The Molding Technician will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining molding machines to over‑mold electrical cable harnesses and components, as well as the assembly and manufacturing of various types of cables, ensuring quality and functionality meet standards.

• Perform the assembly of cables according to specific work instructions, engineering drawings, or diagrams.
• Set up and start up molding machines using appropriate rubber materials such as polyurethane and elastomers.
• Document mold changes and machine adjustments.
• Operate various tools, machinery, and equipment required to over‑mold cable assemblies, including heat guns and molding presses.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of equipment to maximize productivity and safety.
• Follow all safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment; comply with company policies and quality management systems.
• Ensure cables meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identify any defects or issues, such as loose connections, improper soldering, or damaged insulation, to maintain the integrity of the final product.
• Maintain and create a clean, uncluttered environment that reduces waste and optimizes productivity by following the 5S steps: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.

• Experience: Prior experience with cable manufacturing or working with rubber materials, cable types, connectors, and electrical components is desired but not required. The company will train in all duties required to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Knowledge: No prior knowledge is required. Training will be provided on reading electrical schematics, blueprint drawings, and internal FEC/Trexon processes and systems.
• Skills: Attention to detail, patience, manual dexterity, pride of workmanship and an ability to understand training principles for proper cable and wire manufacturing techniques.

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds.
• The employee must occasionally crouch, stoop, or reach.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Entry level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing