First Article Assembler

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Under minimal supervision, perform a wide variety of precision preparation activities required to support first article and prototype cable/connector assemblies. This role is responsible for ensuring all components are properly cleaned, prepped, and staged to meet strict quality and process requirements prior to assembly.

The Prep Assembler plays a critical role in the success of first article builds by ensuring material readiness, surface preparation, and process compliance, with a strong focus on cleanliness, detail, and repeatability. The position requires extensive use of chemicals, abrasives, and manual preparation techniques to achieve specified requirements.

• Perform detailed preparation of cables, connectors, and components for first article and prototype builds.
• Ensure all materials meet cleanliness, dimensional, and surface preparation specifications prior to assembly.
• Support first article builds by ensuring readiness of all prepared components and fixtures.

• Perform sanding, polishing, trimming, and deburring of components to required specifications.
• Utilize abrasives and manual tools to achieve proper surface finishes and tolerances.
• Inspect prepared components to ensure consistency and compliance with drawings and work instructions.

• Use approved solvents, cleaners, and chemicals to prepare components for assembly.
• Follow all procedures related to handling hazardous or flammable materials.
• Ensure components meet required cleanliness standards for molding and assembly processes.

• Prepare, clean, and stage fixtures, tooling, and workstations for first article builds.
• Verify fixtures are properly configured and ready for use.
• Identify and elevate any issues with tooling or fixture readiness.

• Read and interpret production drawings, work instructions, and bills of material.
• Follow detailed instructions precisely to ensure process integrity and repeatability.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

• Perform in-process visual inspections and basic checks throughout preparation activities.
• Identify defects, inconsistencies, or deviations and elevate as needed.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.

• Follow all safety procedures, particularly when handling chemicals and operating tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area consistent with 5S standards.
• Proactively identify and address safety or environmental concerns.

This position does not supervise other employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)…