Electronic Assembler

Job Description

The Assembler position is an entry-level position. The Assembler may rotate between several manufacturing areas performing different assembly job tasks. The Assembler I position is responsible for inspecting boards throughout the process to ensure compliance with IPC standards. The Assembler I position performs repetitive work-station or line-assembly operations to mass produce printed circuit boards (PCBs) until they are completed to accepted test procedures and routing operations, per customer specifications.

Essential Functions

• Detailed oriented
• Read and understand written product processes/procedures for properly assembling of PCBs.
• Installation of mechanical and electrical components including the operation of basic assembly equipment by placing thru hole components into printed circuit boards (PCBs) per our process and procedure.
• Perform bench-type processes to complete electronic assemblies and subassemblies, using small hand tools, depanelizing boards (breaking ends off PCBs), masking (adding or removing tape) and applying silicone around components.
• Prep PCBs for installation by cutting, prepping and/or crimping leads.
• Work as a Team to assure that PCBs are produced correctly by verifying the work of each Assembler throughout the process. Point out any errors found so they can be corrected immediately to eliminate continued errors from occurring.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department team-lead or supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition by performing daily organization and cleanup of work area.
• Participate in continuous process improvement.
• Follow safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions to your team-lead or supervisor.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision.
• Assistant in other areas as business necessitates.
• Other duties as assigned – please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to work in a Team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Willing to cross train in other areas.
• Ability to read and understand basic work instructions and identify packing specifications.
• Ability to read, speak and write fluent English.
• May require long period of sitting and/or standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of polarity, orientation and IPC 610 standards.
• Soldering abilities with iron, hot air, or de-soldering tools

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception.
• Occasionally required to walk while carrying trays, stoop, kneel, crouch and talk or hear.
• Being able to sit or stand for long periods of time.