DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:
• Engages in the setup and operation of Basic manufacturing equipment to existing specifications, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Handles routine production tasks and escalates issues as necessary, ensuring compliance with quality standards and that products meet process specifications and standards.
• Provides support in basic daily and weekly appraisal and rudimentary maintenance of equipment and tools necessary for the electronic manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrates a basic knowledge of electronics processes and assembly, Has the ability to interpret basic technical documentation effectively.
• Executes basic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensures compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Tackles technical problems, independently or with occasional assistance, proposing feasible solutions and effectively communicate them to appropriate stakeholders.
• Collaborates effectively within the production team, communicating technical information clearly and contributing to operational goals.
• Executes and provides feedback of manufacturing processes and procedures, Ensures accurate records and adherence to protocols.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on existing processes and participating in process improvement efforts.
• Aids in the basic troubleshooting by ensuring proper setup and procedure execution of manufacturing equipment and/or utilizing fault dictionaries/trees/maps to identify root cause, minimizing downtime, and maintaining production efficiency.
• Process Tech Specific:
• Executes basic level process tasks and activities under the direction of Production.
• Assists in the operation of assigned basic equipment and support of PCBA & box-build production.
• Performs daily equipment maintenance, (inspection, cleaning, lubrication)
• Assists with the implementation of new process technologies and equipment, ensuring seamless integration into production.
• Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives for enhanced process efficiency, cost reduction, and yield enhancement.
• Participates in the execution and validation of process changes ensuring that new and modified processes meet all requirements and specifications.
• Basic knowledge of various aspects of the PCBA process, in their specialization area.
• Assists in the identification and resolution of recurring process and performance issues impacting consistent product quality and operational efficiency.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks and implement effective lean solutions.
• Collaborates with the process engineering team to refine existing manufacturing processes for enhanced efficiency and process performance.
• Resolve basic level debug and troubleshooting escalations
• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
Test Tech Specific:
• Performs basic assembly and testing tasks on the production floor.
• Performs test station setup per applicable testing procedures ensuring repeatable outputs and reliability.
• Engages in the daily maintenance of test equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to refine testing protocols, ensuring comprehensive coverage and reliable test results.
• Assists the test engineering team with the implementation of test strategies in production, ensuring alignment with product specifications and customer requirements.
• Contributes to the basic troubleshooting of test equipment limited to correct setup and process execution.
• Collaborates with engineering on the enhancement of test documentation, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Resolve basic debug escalations to root cause.
• Read wiring diagrams, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
•Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Required Experience
• High School Degree, GED or military training experience. With a focus on vocational skills preferred
• 1 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing preferred.
Skills Required
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Proficiency in basic electronics assembly and/or testing, and/or troubleshooting.
• Effective oral and written English communication and collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Capacity to learn and apply new skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Awareness of Lean principles, six sigma and industrial ergonomics preferred.
• Proficient in using Computer systems preferred.