POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for setting up and running the Surface Mount Machines according to the documentation pack. All work submitted to QC must be in accordance with IPC-610 Class 2 standards unless otherwise specified.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

o Ensure receipt of proper documentation prior to starting work.

o Perform kit audits.

o Operate Pick and Place equipment in production mode.

o Set up and operate screen printers.

o Verify feeder setup and load feeders.

o Complete all SMT paperwork as required.

o Test and record ESD check as required.

o Follow weekly build/ship and production schedule for the department via immediate supervisor/team lead and inform immediate supervisor/team lead if schedule will not be met.

o Ensure receipt of proper documentation and make sure you have a strong understanding of work prior to starting. Review areas of concern with supervisor/lead prior to performing work.

o Ensure that SMT machines are operating and performing appropriately and check for shortages. Inform supervisor immediately if there are any problems with machines.

o Communicate any quality issues to immediate supervisor/team lead within fifteen (15) minutes of finding.

o Communicate any documentation discrepancies to immediate supervisor.

o Ensure your production area is clean and maintained.

 AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Act as a member of the Surface Mount team and attend and actively participate in production shipping white board meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Follow chemical, MSDS and ESD procedures.
• Must follow all safety requirements, promptly report safety accidents and illnesses, and report potential safety issues, concerns and situations to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years established work experience, preferably in a manufacturing or computer component environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to establish and maintain positive and effective communications with other team members, customers, vendors and other third parties.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Must be able to read and comprehend assembly and build instructions and other written material.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to learn and work with LEAN working methods and processes.
• Ability to identify all components and component part numbers.
• Must comply with standards set by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and be free from federal warrants and must not be on any Federal watch list.
• Ability to learn and follow ISO 9000 process.
• Familiar with and ability to use MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn and utilize other Company software.
• Ability to program Pick and Place machines is desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent walking and sitting, standing for long periods of time.
• Occasional stooping or crouching.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and repetitive motion tasks.
• Must be able to work at computer or workstation for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to see and accurately delineate between various colors.
• Ability to see and identify very small computer components.