Circuit Board Assembler

Ludlum Measurement, Inc (VPI Technology, ADIT, Eljen, WTM, Protean Instr); Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. in Sweetwater, TX is seeking a Circuit Board Assembler to join our Surface Mount team. You will load, operate, and maintain the surface mount machine to install electronic components and rotate through related duties.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to read drawings and BOMs. Prior soldering experience and familiarity with automated inspection equipment are preferred. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Self-motivated with attention to detail.
• Able to read and follow documentation.
• Willing to learn and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings, bill of materials and other supporting documents to build up blank circuit boards.
• Manage and change components as needed to complete jobs on a pick and place machine.
• Apply solder paste to boards using specialized stencils and a solder pasting machine.
• Install parts on blank circuit boards using an automated component pick and place machine.
• Perform quality control by using an automated optical inspection machine to identify various potential problems.
• Rework and/or repair circuit boards by installing and removing components as required.

Skills

MS Office

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering equipment

Automated equipment

Reading engineering drawings

Job description

Overview

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Circuit Board Assembler to join our Surface Mount team in Sweetwater, TX. This role involves loading, operating, and maintaining the surface mount machine to install electronic components. You will also rotate between other positions within the department, including operating automated inspection equipment and performing detailed soldering when replacing components as needed.

To be successful in this role you will need to be self-motivated with keen attention to detail, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Type

Full-Time, In-Person

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Read drawings, bill of materials and other supporting documents to build up blank circuit boards.
• Manage and change components as needed to complete jobs on a pick and place machine.
• Apply solder paste to boards using specialized stencils and a solder pasting machine.
• Install parts on blank circuit boards using an automated component pick and place machine.
• Perform quality control by using an automated optical inspection machine to identify various potential problems.
• Rework and/or repair circuit boards by installing and removing components as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
• Self-motivated with solid initiative to complete work.
• Ability to learn, adapt and troubleshoot to address challenges as they arise.
• High attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solder experience.
• Experience operating automated equipment.
• Experience reading engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of circuit board technology and component types found on circuit boards.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is dependent upon experience.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Ludlum Measurements

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments used in environmental, industrial, and governmental applications around the world. Since 1962, we have been dedicated to building reliable products and providing exceptional customer support to help protect people and the environment. We seek skilled, collaborative professionals to grow with us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ludlum Measurements is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. For more information about our equal opportunity policies, please contact HR at [e-mail]. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.