Assembly Operator 2

About the job:

The Operator 2 is a hands-on manufacturing role responsible for precision assembly and soldering

of microelectronic products.

We’re looking for someone who:

● Has a high school diploma or GED (some college preferred)

● Brings 1–2 years of experience in soldering or microelectronic assembly

● Demonstrates excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail

● Can work up to eight hours under a microscope using small hand tools

● Has experience assembling SMT and connectorized products

● Is knowledgeable in manufacturing processes, safety practices, and equipment maintenance

● Communicates effectively with leads, technicians, supervisors, and management

● Works well independently while contributing positively to a team

● Is willing to participate in on-the-job training as needed

What you’ll do:

● Assemble products using soldering irons, microscopes, and small hand and power tools

● Follow assembly drawings, bills of materials, schematics, and work instructions precisely

● Apply epoxy manually using dispensing equipment for staking and die attach

● Perform mechanical assembly and advanced soldering on microelectronic components

● Solder stainless steel housings to gross and non-gross leak standards

● Solder various alloys including leaded, lead-free, and gold-tin

● Perform solder reflow inside housings and onto SMT devices such as QFNs

● Build complex low- and high-frequency RF sub-assemblies

● Assemble diodes, wires, coils, chip components, feedthroughs, pins, ribbons, and coupler pins

● Conduct in-line inspections to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met

● Utilize MES systems to manage tasks and track production

● Meet production output goals while maintaining high quality

● Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

● Communicate issues, malfunctions, or non-conformances promptly

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