Electronic Assembler

Under the guided direction of the department or work cell supervisor or manager, employee will work as a team member within an assigned work group to produce and/or process electronic productions in an ESD environment of continual process improvement.

Typical duties and requirements are not meant to be all encompassing but a general framework of requirements/responsibilities.

• →Responsible for performing electronic assembly of low to mid-level complexity electronic assemblies (harnesses, installing electronic parts onto printed wiring boards, bonding/coating of components/parts, and other duties associated with the manufacture of electronic assemblies) from initial component through sub-assembly and/or sub-process operations to a completed product for the area assigned.  Performs rework of the same nature and level of difficulty as described.
• →Responsible for working from approved written work instructions, specifications, blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, data sheets, continuity check procedures, and other written instructions.
• →Responsible for setting up (ensures build records are with kit(s) router, traveler, hours, and ensuring all previous required sequences have been completed and bought off with stamp and date).
• →Responsible for effectively and timely training other operators on all electronic assemblies for the area assigned - Must be fully proficient (meet or exceed build quality standards and HPU). Ability to assist in other training as needed.
• →Responsible for operating assembly and/or process equipment as required to manufacture and process electronic assemblies including preparing and applying epoxy materials and forming leads on electronic components either with lead forming tools or by hand.
• →Will perform work under ESD/clean room conditions and controls when required.  May use computerized equipment to input, retrieve and perform simple analysis of information.
• →Responsible for performing computerized equipment to input, retrieve and perform simple analysis of information.
• →Ability to obtain certifications as required per department requirements.
• →Must be able to proficiently read and understand engineering prints/documentation and ensuring any handwritten entries are neat, legible, and contain necessary stamps.
• →Work scheduled shifts as requested or permitted by Collective Bargaining Agreement; regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• →Must be proficient at clocking into (and out of) work orders.
• →Must accurately record and document time charging of job performed.
• →Must be able to effectively execute and perform 5S as part of daily activities including grading and audits.

• →Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• →Strong communication skills:  interpersonal, oral, and written
• →Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects.
• →Ability to work on a team as well as independently.

• Must have good repetitive manual dexterity with both hands.
• High School diploma or GED, required.
• Experience using basic hand tools and soldering.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures and basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with tools necessary to fabricate and test electronic circuitry.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• 20/20 eyesight (corrected) and good hand-eye coordination are necessary, along with the ability to work with small parts and hand tools under a microscope for extended periods of time.
• IPC certified or able to obtain certification in J-STD-001 (Requirements for Solder & Electrical and Electronic Assemblies).
• 1+ years of operations or manufacturing-related work experience.

• Knowledge of the use of torque tools, feeler gauges, micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators is a plus.
• Knowledge of foreign object debris (FOD) control and tool control processes is desirable.
• Computer data input skills are helpful.
• General knowledge of electrical and/or electro-mechanical assembly processes and procedures, with previous precision assembly experience preferred.
• Good math skills to carry out basic calculations and measurements are required.