Electro-Mechanical Assembler (Solder Technician)

Stellant Systems, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electronic Assembler to join a team in Torrance, CA. The role involves assembling electronic components into finished products within an ESD environment and contributing to ongoing process improvements.

In this position you will read and follow detailed work instructions, set up records, and potentially train other operators while maintaining strict build quality and documentation accuracy. The role requires hands-on soldering, tool usage, and microscope work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience using basic hand tools and soldering.
• IPC J-STD-001 certification or able to obtain certification.
• 1+ years of operations or manufacturing-related work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures and basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• 20/20 eyesight (corrected) and good hand-eye coordination for microscope work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic assemblies from components through final product.
• Follow approved instructions, blueprints, wiring diagrams and data sheets.
• Set up build records with kit/traveler, hours, stamps and dates.
• Train other operators on assemblies and maintain build quality.
• Operate assembly and process equipment and apply epoxy materials; form leads as needed.
• Work under ESD/clean room conditions and use computerized input to log data.

Skills

Torque tools knowledge

FOD control awareness

Data entry skills

Electro-mechanical assembly knowledge

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Soldering

Micrometers and calipers

J-STD-001 Certification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electronic Assembler

Job Location: Torrance, CASalary: $22.00-$27.00/hr

Under the guided direction of the department or work cell supervisor or manager, employee will work as a team member within an assigned work group to produce and/or process electronic productions in an ESD environment of continual process improvement.

Responsibilities

Typical duties and requirements are not meant to be all encompassing but a general framework of requirements/responsibilities.

• Responsible for performing electronic assembly of low to mid-level complexity electronic assemblies (harnesses, installing electronic parts onto printed wiring boards, bonding/coating of components/parts, and other duties associated with the manufacture of electronic assemblies) from initial component through sub-assembly and/or sub-process operations to a completed product for the area assigned. Performs rework of the same nature and level of difficulty as described.
• Responsible for working from approved written work instructions, specifications, blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, data sheets, continuity check procedures, and other written instructions.
• Responsible for setting up (ensures build records are with kit(s) router, traveler, hours, and ensuring all previous required sequences have been completed and bought off with stamp and date).
• Responsible for effectively and timely training other operators on all electronic assemblies for the area assigned - Must be fully proficient (meet or exceed build quality standards and HPU). Ability to assist in other training as needed.
• Responsible for operating assembly and/or process equipment as required to manufacture and process electronic assemblies including preparing and applying epoxy materials and forming leads on electronic components either with lead forming tools or by hand.
• Will perform work under ESD/clean room conditions and controls when required. May use computerized equipment to input, retrieve and perform simple analysis of information.
• Responsible for performing computerized equipment to input, retrieve and perform simple analysis of information.
• Ability to obtain certifications as required per department requirements.
• Must be able to proficiently read and understand engineering prints/documentation and ensuring any handwritten entries are neat, legible, and contain necessary stamps.
• Work scheduled shifts as requested or permitted by Collective Bargaining Agreement; regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Must be proficient at clocking into (and out of) work orders.
• Must accurately record and document time charging of job performed.
• Must be able to effectively execute and perform 5S as part of daily activities including grading and audits.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills: interpersonal, oral, and written
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Ability to work on a team as well as independently.

Qualifications

• Must have good repetitive manual dexterity with both hands.
• High School diploma or GED, required.
• Experience using basic hand tools and soldering.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures and basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with tools necessary to fabricate and test electronic circuitry.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• 20/20 eyesight (corrected) and good hand-eye coordination are necessary, along with the ability to work with small parts and hand tools under a microscope for extended periods of time.
• IPC certified or able to obtain certification in J-STD-001 (Requirements for Solder & Electrical and Electronic Assemblies).
• 1+ years of operations or manufacturing-related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• Knowledge of the use of torque tools, feeler gauges, micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators is a plus.
• Knowledge of foreign object debris (FOD) control and tool control processes is desirable.
• Computer data input skills are helpful.
• General knowledge of electrical and/or electro-mechanical assembly processes and procedures, with previous precision assembly experience preferred.
• Good math skills to carry out basic calculations and measurements are required.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).