Conformal Coating Technician: PCB Quality & Precision

Lindsay Corporation; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The PVA Conformal Coating Operator at Lindsay Corporation in Olathe, Kansas, sets up, operates, and maintains PVA coating equipment to apply protective coatings on PCBAs, ensuring quality and meeting production schedules in a clean, compliant environment.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading PCB assemblies, validating machine parameters, and inspecting coated boards for defects. The role emphasizes safety, 6S, and teamwork while supporting process improvements.

Qualifications

• Read and follow work instructions, BOMs, drawings, and production documentation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter production information.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Experience operating PVA conformal coating equipment or similar automated dispensing/coating systems.
• IPC-A-610 certification, knowledge of IPC workmanship standards, or experience inspecting conformal coating quality.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly, coating, masking, inspection, or chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate PVA conformal coating equipment according to work instructions, visual aids, and process documentation.
• Verify machine programs, coating material, dispense valves, spray patterns, conveyor settings, and cure requirements.
• Load and unload PCB assemblies while maintaining product traceability and preventing coating contamination.
• Inspect coated assemblies for defects such as insufficient coverage, excessive coating, bubbles, masking issues, bridging, and coating on keep-out areas.
• Identify and report process abnormalities, equipment issues, material concerns, or quality defects.
• Perform routine light maintenance, cleaning, and verification of PVA coating equipment and related tooling.
• Follow ESD, IPC, safety, chemical handling, ventilation, and quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and 6S activities.
• Perform masking, demasking, touch-up, inspection, and related PCB assembly support operations as required.

Job description

The PVA Conformal Coating Operator at Lindsay Corporation in Olathe, Kansas, sets up, operates, and maintains PVA coating equipment to apply protective coatings on PCBAs, ensuring quality and meeting production schedules in a clean, compliant environment.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading PCB assemblies, validating machine parameters, and inspecting coated boards for defects. The role emphasizes safety, 6S, and teamwork while supporting process improvements.