Electronic Assembler - Modules

Pole/Zero Corporation; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan (bonus)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Educational reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH is seeking an Electronics Assembler to support the military community by mounting PC boards, modules and harnesses into chassis. The role emphasizes precision soldering, reading drawings, and using IPC-610 standards in a defense industry setting.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years of soldering and mechanical assembly experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years soldering/mechanical assembly experience.
• US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident) required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Defense industry experience preferred.
• IPC knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify kits using latest drawings, parts lists and ECNs.
• Assemble and install PWBs into chassis using drawings and parts lists.
• Solder specified components and shields per IPC regulations.
• Hand clean solder joints for flux residue.
• Install connectors and attach cables to the module.
• Aid in verification of hardware installed by a coworker.
• Read and follow work instructions from routers or intranet.

Skills

Soldering

Reading blueprints

IPC-610

Mechanical aptitude

ERP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial. As an Electronics Assembler at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will support the military community by helping with the installation of PC boards, modules and harnesses into the chassis.

Benefits of joining our team!

• Annual incentive plan (bonus)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Up to 10 paid holidays/year
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid
• Other ancillary insurance options available
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable)
• Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year

Primary Responsibilities

• Verify kits using latest drawings, parts lists and any unincorporated ECN’s.
• Assemble and install PWBs into chassis using the latest drawing, parts lists and any pending ECN’s.
• Solder specified components and shields per IPC regulations.
• Hand clean solder joints for flux residue.
• Install specified connectors and attach specified cables to the module.
• Aid in the verification of the hardware installed by a co-worker.
• Read and follow work instructions contained in either IFS’s routers or the manufacturing intranet homepage.
• Aid with the troubleshooting of a unit that is completed by the technician by disassembling units or modules for retest, root cause analysis and reassembly.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Good mechanical skills.
• High level of solder skill needed.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to pass and obtain an IPC-610 certification.
• Understanding of torque requirements and proper use of torque tools.
• Ability to understand the use and need for hand tools needed in each assembly step.
• Good PC based skills and ability to maneuver through ERP system for workflow purposes.
• Ability to interface effectively with internal customers.
• Ability to work closely with all levels of the organization.

Requirements Include

• Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years soldering/mechanical assembly experience is required.
• Prior experience in a defense industry is preferred.
• IPC knowledge is a plus.

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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