Wiring Associate - Entry Level

About JCI

Johnston County Industries, Inc. (JCI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities and barriers to employment through training, employment, and community-based services. Since 1975, JCI has helped people build skills, find employment, and achieve greater independence.

Position Overview

We are looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Temporary Wiring Associate to support JCI’s manufacturing operations. This position performs a variety of production tasks, including bench assembly, wire cutting and stripping, crimping, soldering, inspection, and material handling. The Wiring Associate position is a 60-day position with the possibility for additional days if necessary. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm.

Essential Duties

• Assemble products and components according to assembly drawings and established production standards.
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Safely operate required machinery, equipment, and hand tools, including crimpers, nail guns, and saws.
• Perform production tasks such as wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, and assembly work/rework as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow applicable safety procedures.
• Demonstrate dependable work habits and appropriate workplace behavior.
• Maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Accurately record time worked and pieces produced.
• Work scheduled shifts and adjust to changing production needs, including overtime when required.

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work flexible hours and meet established production standards, with progress toward those standards as applicable.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to follow instructions, workplace policies, and safety procedures.
• Ability to meet established guidelines and applicable production-area skill requirements.
• Attention to detail and manual dexterity requiring hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to use rulers, tape measures, and tape guns effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities.

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of J-Standard soldering requirements and soldering tools.
• Mechanical assembly experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop, and walk, with or without assistance.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds intermittently.

Non-Essential Functions

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person