Fibre Optic Assembly Operator

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Hastings; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in the UK is looking for a Fibre Optic Assembly Operator to ensure quality assembly of connectors and support production efficiency. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive approach to achieving departmental goals. Successful candidates will have previous assembly experience and good communication skills. Adherence to health and safety regulations is essential, with a commitment to quality standards and flexibility in tasks expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong practical mechanical aptitude.
• Previous assembly experience is desirable.
• Good communication skills including effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality standards for assembled connectors.
• Collaborate with Engineers for process specifications.
• Monitor part availability and prioritize workflows.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective cross‑functional communication

Reliability

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The Fibre Optic Assembly Operator will be required to develop a full understanding and working knowledge of the department procedures. They will recommend improvements where possible whilst ensuring quality standards are met and assist the Production Supervisor in achieving all departmental performance criteria, including training.

Job Requirements

• Ensure assembled connectors meet all internal and customer quality and performance requirements
• Collaborate with Production Engineers to prepare accurate process specifications and routings before production
• Assist with assembly of prototype and first-build units to develop robust and repeatable production methods
• Identify tooling, gauging, and testing needs to support efficient production
• Monitor part availability, highlight shortages, and help prioritize workflow for on-time delivery
• Escalate deviations from standard build procedures or quality requirements to departmental supervision
• Support departmental goals including on-time delivery and productivity targets
• Maintain high workplace organization standards in line with 5S and audit expectations
• Encourage a positive and collaborative team environment
• Work with discipline and independence, requiring minimal supervisionComplete reasonable tasks requested by the Production Manager or Supervisor
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations and company procedures
• Adhere to departmental rules and demonstrate a flexible, proactive approach to work

What your background should look like

• Strong practical mechanical aptitude that can be clearly demonstrated
• Previousassembly experience is desirable
• Fully aware of thequality standards required and committed to achieving them
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to work additional hours when requested
• Good communication skills, including effectivecross‑functional communication
• Ability to follow instructions and work with aright‑first‑time approach
• Confident in reading and accurately interpretingtechnical drawings

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork