Crimping Technician

Crimping Technician – Rochester Hills, MI

Our client, a global player in design & manufacturing for the automotive sector, is seeking a Crimping Technician to join their small, collaborative team in Rochester Hills.

Why work here? 

The client maintains a high regard for their employee’s well-being by providing some of the best benefits on the market (20 PTO days & 14+ holidays, full medical with $0 deductible option, 6% 401K match). They are a privately-owned global organization that manufactures electromechanical components for the automotive industry. This company is stable and continues to experience growth, providing employees with tremendous visibility and the opportunity to develop into higher-level positions.  

Responsibilities:

The Crimping Technician will support sample production by building connector assemblies and evaluating crimp quality to ensure they meet automotive standards:

• Build connector samples using crimped wires and housing components
• Perform crimp evaluations and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain and calibrate equipment used for crimping and inspection
• Manage inventory of connector components and finished assemblies
• Verify crimp specifications to meet USCAR-21 standards
• Report equipment issues and contribute to release-readiness of new parts
• Support engineering and production teams with technical guidance
• Participate in root cause analysis for crimp-related quality concerns
• Occasional travel for training may be required

Experience:

• Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• 2+ years of crimping experience (or 5+ years of hands-on experience in lieu of degree)
• Background in the Automotive sector – Connector suppliers, Harness makers, Tier 1/2

If you are interested in learning more, please apply to this posting.