Proof of Concept (POC) Assistant
 Molex | |
life insurance, parental leave
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 United States, Illinois, Lisle | |
| 2222 Wellington Court (Show on map) | |
 Feb 13, 2025 | |
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Your Job
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented POC Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be capable of following both written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision, while contributing to various tasks within a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of fine assembly, the ability to troubleshoot issues, and an aptitude for engaging in technical discussions related to product and POC assembly process. What You Will Do * Assembly and Production Support: * Perform fine hand assembly operations, including multiple tasks at low volumes. * Follow detailed assembly instructions and perform work with precision, ensuring product quality standards are met. * Adapt to a fast-paced environment and shift between production and new product development as needed. * Operate hand presses, small machines, and machine/human interfaces efficiently. * Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: * Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve basic assembly issues. * Use troubleshooting techniques to ensure smooth assembly processes. * Technical Competency: * Read technical prints and take basic measurements according to the control plan. * Engage in technical discussions with engineers and lab personnel regarding product development and POC Lab projects. * Inventory and Shipping Support: * Assist with inventory control activities in collaboration with the Planner. * Package and ship items in accordance with company standards. * Safety and Workplace Maintenance: * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, following safety protocols. * Participate in safety-related activities and adhere to all company safety guidelines. * Communication and Team Collaboration: * Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with team members and engineers. * Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, fostering a cooperative working environment. * Additional Responsibilities: * Support overtime and maintain excellent attendance. * Use PC software such as MS Word, MS Excel, and other Molex software systems to complete administrative tasks. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * High school diploma or equivalent. * Experience in assembly operations or a related field, preferably with hand assembly techniques. * Ability to read technical drawings and use measuring tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot assembly issues. * Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other relevant software systems. What Will Put You Ahead * Previous experience in a fast-paced production or development environment. * Basic soldering skills * Experience with machine operation or machine/human interfaces. * Experience with inventory management and shipping procedures. For this role, we anticipate paying $20/hr to $22/hr. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [1] here. Who We Are At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [2] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click [3] here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click [4] here, [5] aqui, or [6] tu). References Visible links 1. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 2. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 3. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf 4. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_English.pdfhttp:// 5. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Spanish.pdf 6. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Polish.pdf | |