UCL Connections | 1305 W Crosby Rd. Carrollton, TX 75006 Salary: $65,000 Annual Schedule: 1st Shift | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday–Friday

About UCL Connections

UCL Connections is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Inventory Manager to oversee inventory control, material movement, receiving, shipping, and warehouse operations. The Inventory Manager will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, monitoring incoming and outgoing shipments, coordinating material flow, providing direction to warehouse and material-handling employees, and ensuring daily operations are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This position requires a strong leader who is comfortable giving direction, addressing performance issues, implementing corrective actions, and holding team members accountable while maintaining a professional and productive work environment. The ideal candidate will have previous inventory and warehouse leadership experience, forklift experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing production and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Oversee daily inventory activities to ensure accurate inventory levels and records.
• Monitor inventory transactions and material movement throughout the facility.
• Conduct and oversee cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, overages, and damaged materials.
• Verify quantities, part numbers, and materials against purchase orders, work orders, receiving documents, and production requirements.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, organized, stored, and easily accessible.
• Maintain accurate inventory information within the company’s inventory/ERP system.
• Identify potential inventory issues before they impact production.
• Establish and maintain organized warehouse locations and inventory-control processes.

Shipping & Receiving

• Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure materials and products are received and shipped accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate receiving activities, including unloading, inspection, counting, labeling, and proper storage of incoming materials.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders, packing lists, shipping documents, and other applicable documentation.
• Monitor outgoing shipments and ensure orders are properly prepared, staged, documented, and loaded.
• Communicate with internal departments regarding shipment status, material availability, shortages, delays, and discrepancies.
• Address shipment issues and escalate significant problems to management when necessary.
• Ensure materials are properly secured and handled to prevent damage or loss.

Team Leadership & Direction

• Lead and provide daily direction to inventory, warehouse, and material-handling employees.
• Assign daily tasks and establish priorities based on production and operational requirements.
• Ensure employees understand their responsibilities, deadlines, and performance expectations.
• Monitor employee productivity, attendance, work quality, safety, and adherence to company procedures.
• Provide coaching and direction when employees are not meeting expectations.
• Address performance concerns promptly and professionally.
• Work with HR and management when formal corrective action or additional intervention is required.
• Help train new employees on inventory, warehouse, material-handling, safety, and company procedures.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, communication, and a productive workplace.
• Lead by example and maintain a professional attitude during high-pressure or high-volume periods.

Corrective Actions & Problem Solving

• Identify recurring inventory, shipment, warehouse, or employee performance issues.
• Take appropriate corrective action to prevent problems from continuing.
• Investigate the root cause of inventory discrepancies, shipment errors, material shortages, and process failures.
• Develop practical solutions and communicate expectations clearly to employees.
• Document issues and corrective actions when required.
• Follow company policies and HR procedures when addressing employee performance or conduct concerns.
• Escalate significant operational or personnel issues to management appropriately.

Material Handling & Forklift Operations

• Safely operate a forklift when necessary to support warehouse operations.
• Oversee the safe movement of raw materials, components, finished products, and supplies throughout the facility.
• Ensure materials are properly staged for production.
• Coordinate movement of materials between warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Ensure employees follow forklift, warehouse, pedestrian, and material-handling safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Ensure aisles, walkways, staging areas, and emergency access points remain clear.

Production Support

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, and Management to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Monitor material requirements and communicate potential shortages before they affect production.
• Ensure production teams receive the correct materials and components in a timely manner.
• Assist with material staging, preparation, packaging, and other operational activities when necessary.
• Support the organization during periods of increased production or staffing needs.

Adaptability & Operational Flexibility

Adaptability is an essential requirement of this position. The Inventory Manager must be willing and able to transition between inventory management, warehouse operations, forklift/material handling, receiving, shipping, production support, and team leadership responsibilities based on daily operational needs. Priorities may change throughout the day. The successful candidate must be able to:

• Re-prioritize tasks quickly.
• Give clear direction when priorities change.
• Remain calm and organized during high-volume periods.
• Step in and assist with operational duties when necessary.
• Communicate changes effectively to the team.
• Identify problems and take appropriate action.
• Support the overall success of the operation rather than focusing only on one assigned task.

Schedule Requirements

• 1st Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
• Occasional Saturdays may be required for mandatory overtime based on business needs.
• Must maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
• Must be willing to work additional hours when operational demands require it.
• Shift schedules may occasionally fluctuate based on production requirements.

Required Qualifications

• • Minimum 2 years of inventory control experience required.
  • Minimum 2 years of forklift operating experience required.
  • Previous warehouse, material handling, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing experience.
  • Previous supervisory, lead, or team-management experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide direction and hold employees accountable.
  • Experience addressing performance issues and implementing corrective actions preferred.
  • Experience monitoring shipments and resolving shipping/receiving discrepancies.
  • Strong understanding of inventory control practices.
  • Ability to accurately count, record, track, and reconcile materials.

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory/ERP systems.

• • Ability to read and understand labels, part numbers, work orders, purchase orders, and shipping/receiving documentation.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.

• Must be dependable and maintain consistent attendance.

Leadership Expectations

The Inventory Manager is expected to be a working leader who is actively involved in daily operations. The successful candidate must be able to:

• Set clear expectations.
• Give employees appropriate direction.
• Follow up to ensure tasks are completed.
• Address problems instead of allowing them to continue.
• Provide coaching and accountability.
• Communicate professionally with employees and management.
• Take ownership of inventory and warehouse performance.
• Make decisions based on facts, company procedures, and operational needs.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and productive workplace.
• Know when an issue requires escalation to HR or senior management.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. The Inventory Manager may be required to:

• Operate a forklift.
• Move materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload materials.
• Work in warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Lift and move materials as required by operational needs.
• Remain on their feet for extended periods.

Employment Expectations

Employees are expected to:

• Arrive on time and prepared to work.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Follow all company safety requirements and procedures.
• Follow established inventory and warehouse processes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members.
• Treat coworkers with professionalism and respect.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Take responsibility for assigned duties.
• Support a safe, respectful, and productive workplace.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $65,000 annually Benefits include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Application Requirements

Candidates must be willing to complete the company's required background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process. Required Experience:

• Forklift: 2 years
• Inventory Control: 2 years

Preferred Experience:

• Supervisory/Team Lead experience
• Manufacturing warehouse experience
• Shipping and receiving
• ERP/inventory management systems
• Employee coaching and corrective action

Pay: $25.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day or Night Shift Availability Required
Location: Carrollton, TX

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our growing manufacturing team. In this role, you will specialize in the production of cable products and support various manufacturing and processing operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with machinery setup, operation, and processing within a manufacturing environment. Experience with thermoplastic shaping, cable braiding, conductor assembly, or cable production is highly preferred. You will play an important role in ensuring products are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and according to established specifications and quality standards.

Initial training may require some travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain production machinery and equipment.
• Process cable raw materials through various production operations according to construction sheets, setup sheets, and processing procedures.
• Perform cable extrusion and other related manufacturing processes.
• Monitor equipment and cable production to ensure products meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and production documentation.
• Set up equipment for optimal functionality and production performance.
• Use testing equipment as required to verify product quality.
• Perform accurate measurements and calculations using basic math skills.
• Identify faulty machine operations, production issues, and defective materials.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment and production problems and communicate issues to appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality control standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other departments.
• Learn and apply programming techniques and procedures related to machine operation.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience processing cable raw materials through manufacturing or production operations preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a Machine Operator or in a similar manufacturing role preferred.
• Proficiency operating production equipment and monitoring cable manufacturing processes.
• Strong familiarity with safety, environmental, and quality control standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, construction sheets, and setup instructions.
• Basic math skills for accurate measurements and calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to identify faulty operations and defective materials.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn programming techniques related to machine operation.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and manufacturing background.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment.
• Must be available to work either day or night shifts.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Cable extrusion
• Thermoplastic shaping
• Cable braiding
• Conductor assembly
• Cable manufacturing and processing
• Production machinery setup and operation
• Quality inspection and testing equipment

Why Join Our Team?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement are valued. We are looking for dependable individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to producing high-quality products.

UCL Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Location: Carrollton, TX - Crosby Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $18 - $20 per hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Cable Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team. The Cable Assembly Technician will be responsible for preparing, assembling, testing, and terminating custom fiber optic and copper cable assemblies and wire harnesses according to customer specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with small components, cable assemblies, fiber optics, copper cable, hand tools, and production equipment. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow documented processes, and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build custom cable assemblies and wire harnesses according to process documentation, work instructions, drawings, and customer specifications.
• Prepare and terminate various fiber optic cable assemblies and harnesses.
• Perform cable cutting, stripping, crimping, polishing, cleaving, breakout, and other assembly processes as required.
• Prepare and terminate various fiber optic connector types, including SC, LC, ST, FC, MTRJ, APC, MTP, and others.
• Work with both fiber optic and copper cable assemblies.
• Use various hand tools and production equipment, including cutters, wire strippers, crimping tools, and other assembly tools.
• Remove cable jackets, filler, and shielding and install components according to process documentation.
• Apply heat shrink, labels, tags, connectors, and other required components.
• Inspect work throughout the assembly process and upon completion to ensure compliance with documented quality standards.
• Perform quality checks on cable assemblies and wire harnesses.
• Review work orders for accuracy and ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate material shortages or production concerns to the Supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with established company policies, procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work efficiently and accurately in a high-volume production environment while meeting quality and productivity expectations.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members in a multicultural work environment.
• Follow documented processes, travelers, and production instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 1–5 years of experience working with fiber optic cable, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience assembling small components, cables, or electronic/mechanical assemblies is preferred.
• Experience with fiber optic cable preparation and termination is highly preferred.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience working with fiber optic and copper cable assemblies.
• Experience preparing and terminating fiber optic cable harnesses and assemblies.
• Familiarity with fiber optic assembly techniques, crimping tools, cable preparation, heat shrink application, labeling, and connector termination.
• Ability to read drawings, work instructions, travelers, and process documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under production deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and initiative.
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.
• Ability to read and write English preferred.
• Ability to work successfully in a multicultural team environment.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

This position involves working in a manufacturing and production environment and may require frequent use of hands and fingers to handle small components, cables, tools, and equipment. Employees must be able to follow all established safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a growing manufacturing team where quality, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement are valued. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with cable assembly or fiber optic experience who enjoy hands-on work and take pride in producing high-quality products.

UCL Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Date posted: August 31, 2026

Location: Carrollton, TX - Crosby

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Date posted: August 31, 2026

Pay: $78,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Location: Carrollton, TX - Crosby

Job Title: QC Manager – Fiber Optic Manufacturing