Circuit Card Assembler - Hand Assembly

Sechan Electronics, Inc.; Rohrerstown (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechan Electronics, Inc. in Lancaster, PA is hiring a Circuit Card Assembler to mount surface mount and through-hole components on circuit boards, following strict quality standards and work instructions.

Responsibilities include component preparation, soldering, inspection for defects, data entry, and collaboration with engineers. The role requires ongoing IPC610 and JStandard001 certification, with a 9/80 schedule and shifts from 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, plus overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fine motor skills and dexterity; vision able to utilize microscope.
• Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install electronic components onto circuit board utilizing basic hand tools and soldering.
• Operate machinery to clean and test circuit boards.
• Enter data into company databases reading work instructions.
• Interface with Engineers to problem solve or ask assembly questions.
• Prepare components for installation, form leads, or precondition wires.
• Follow circuit board handling procedures during movement of components and boards.
• Obtain and maintain IPC610 and JStandard001 certifications.
• Self-inspect products for defects prior to moving to next step.
• Maintain a clean work environment to ensure product integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independence

Team work

Communication

Basic computer skills

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Circuit Card Assembler assemblers and solders surface mount and through-hole electronic components onto a circuit board while maintaining high quality standards.

Position Responsibilities

• Install electronic components onto circuit board utilizing basic hand tools, materials and processes including the soldering process.
• May operate machinery to clean and test circuit boards.
• Follow work instructions and router operations to complete necessary work.
• Enter data into company databases to read work instructions and complete operations.
• Interface with Engineers to problem solve or ask assembly questions.
• Prepare components for installation - Form components by hand or automated, bend leads, precondition leads or wires.
• Follow proper circuit board handling procedures while moving components and boards throughout processes.
• Obtain and maintain basic certifications in IPC610 and JStandard001 procedures.
• Responsible for self-inspection of product for any defects prior to moving product to next step.
• Maintains a clean work environment to ensure product integrity and quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.

Skills & Abilities

• Possesses attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player within a small team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend work and process instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fine motor skills and dexterity; vision - able to utilize microscope.

Work Environment

• Production Environment: Requires physical capability to work in a production environment up to 9 hours a day including; sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities including; close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Hours: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Thursday; Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM with additional hours as needed to meet demand. Occasional off-shift hours may also be required to provide support to operations.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Office located in Lancaster, PA.