Cable Assembler

Description:

West Sussex
Full Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Join a Growing Engineering & Manufacturing Business

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cable Assembler to join a well-established and expanding UK design and manufacturing organisation supporting the defence and surveillance sectors.
Reporting to the Cabling Supervisor, you will play a key role in the assembly, testing and delivery of high-quality cable and wiring assemblies, supporting both prototype and production programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-focused individual with cable assembly experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and contributing to innovative engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble cable and wiring assemblies from engineering drawings and specifications
Work on both prototype and production builds
Crimp pins onto wires and fit connectors accurately
Lace cables using Kevlar or Nylon cord
Apply braid and heat shrink to cable looms
Carry out continuity testing on completed cable assemblies
Verify cable dimensions using measuring equipment
Apply identification labels to finished assemblies
Assist with crimp pull-off testing
Fit and shrink environmental connector boots
Support connector population and assembly activities
Solder wires into connectors
Ensure build modifications are documented and communicated appropriately
Liaise with Production Control regarding incomplete kits or shortages

Skills & Experience

Essential

Proven experience in a Cable Assembler or similar manufacturing role
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams
Strong attention to detail and quality standards
Good problem-solving skills

Desirable

Experience working to military standards (MIL-STDs)
Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 standards

What We're Looking For

You will be:

Organised, methodical and quality-focused
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible, reliable and conscientious
An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Adaptable and resilient in a changing environment
Committed to teamwork, integrity, excellence and continuous improvement

Work-Life Balance

37.5-hour working week
Early finish every Friday
Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
28 days annual leave
Christmas shutdown
Holiday purchase scheme

Benefits Package

Company pension with matched contributions up to 5%
Life assurance
Income protection scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including:
Remote GP service
Second medical opinion
Mental health support
Physiotherapy consultations
Share incentive and Save As You Earn schemes
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Wellbeing programme and mental health support
Sports and social events
Gym membership discounts
Employee discounts platform
Recruitment referral bonus scheme
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Free onsite parking

Security Clearance Requirement

Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This will require evidence of identity, employment history, right to work in the UK, and proof of UK residency for at least the last five years.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Cable Assembler looking to join an innovative engineering and manufacturing environment where quality, teamwork and career development are valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today