Entry Level Loom Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

OVERVIEW: The entry level technician uses basic skills, tools, and knowledge to follow clearly defined standard operating procedures. They receive instruction and close supervision of work processes. You will support the development of prototype and concept vehicles, with a strong focus on vehicle electrification, autonomous vehicles, and unmanned vehicle platforms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Interpret engineering schematics, pin schedules, and loom drawings to construct quality wiring harnesses.
• Build Wire Harnesses to IPC 620C Class 2/3 standards and processes.

• Maintain clean and organized work environment. Be a team player.
• Have great attention to detail, dependability, pride in work, initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Prepare harness build package for team members - assemble parts kit from inventory, print labels, prepare wire bundles...
• Finished assembly of harnesses - wrapping, labeling, booting...

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will beassigned as required.

• Education / training.
• Provide feedback on product needs and processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Operate light Industrial Automation Equipment.
• Use inventory management system.
  

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma.

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience with and ability to use typical electronics tools: hand tools, crimpers, soldering iron, etc.
• Printed circuit board assembly and repair experience.
• Must be able to identify color-coded wires and ID labels.
• Ability to work on vehicles and equipment, including on top of, underneath, and confined spaces.
• High Voltage system safety experience.
• Knowledge of military, motorsports or aerospace industry wiring loom build techniques and components.
• Knowledge of basic electrical concepts and theory (voltage, resistance, amperage).
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Daytime schedule Monday - Friday with infrequent night/weekend work to achieve deadlines.
• Minimal travel as required for on-site customer work.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer.Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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