Electronics Assembler (3rd Shift)

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Electronics Assembler (3rd Shift) at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role involves assembling electronic components and subassemblies, wiring, soldering, and testing to ensure product functionality.

You will read work instructions, operate tools, and maintain quality and safety standards. The position requires basic technical aptitude, the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, and a detail-oriented approach to ensure reliable assemblies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dexterity and attention to detail essential for manipulating small components.
• Experience with soldering and hand tools preferred.
• Familiarity with SMT/THT assembly practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components and subassemblies per work instructions.
• Test assembled units using standard equipment and document results.
• Read shop orders and sample assemblies, follow procedures accurately.
• Assist in training other associates on tasks and processes.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and comply with safety standards.

Skills

Dexterity

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering

Hand and power tools

IPC-610

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Electronics Assembler (3rd Shift) at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling electronic components, subassemblies and systems and testing electronic function of assemblies, components, subassemblies and systems using test equipment and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Read shop orders, follow production work instruction and sample assemblies, and receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed


• Train other Garmin associates on task requirements and processes


• Position and align parts in specified relationships to each other in jig, fixture or other holding device using hand or power tools and performance may include lifting up to 30 pounds


• Tend machines or use hand tools and power tools to crimp, stake, bolt, rivet, weld, solder, cement, press fit or perform similar operation to secure parts in place which may include lifting up to 30 pounds and perform operator level preventive maintenance on machines, per Garmin requirements


• Mount assembled components such as transformers, resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits and sockets on chassis, panel or printed circuit board


• Connect component lead wires to printed circuit or routes and connect wires between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals and contact points using soldering, welding, thermocompression or related bonding procedures


• Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets


• Assemble and attach functional and cosmetic hardware such as caps, clamps and knobs to assemblies using hand tools and power tools


• Perform intermediate assembly tasks such as potting, encapsulating, cleaning, coating, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping and color-coding parts and assemblies


• Tend machines which press or shape component parts and perform operator level preventive maintenance on machines which may include lifting up to 30 pounds


• Tend automatic assembly equipment which joins components/parts and perform operator level preventive maintenance on machines which may include lifting up to 30 pounds


• Operate standard test equipment and conduct functional, operational, environmental and life tests on product


• Connect unit to test instrument (such as ohmmeter, voltmeter, ammeter, resistance bridge or oscilloscope) and turn switch Read instrument dial or scope that indicates resistance, capacitance, continuity and wave pattern or defect such as short or current leakage and compare instrument reading with standard and reject defective units and perform operator level preventive maintenance on test equipment, per GMP requirements, and record type and quantity of defects


• Notify management of any conditions felt as being undesirable or nonconforming to product specification and any procedures that cannot be performed as documented


• Compliance with HRD-003 (Garmin’s Attendance Policy)


• Compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements


• Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards


• Maintain acceptable organization and cleanliness in work area


• Identify and label Material Drops (for incoming material)


• Clear all unnecessary items regularly


• Identify all material properly


• Maintain orderly work center condition at end of shift (ex. totes covered, work bench lights off, etc.)

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED


• Demonstrated verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills, to provide for respectful work-related communications with peers and associates from other departments (direct contact and use of electronic mail systems)


• Must possess a high degree of dexterity and eye coordination, to allow manipulation of buttons, switches, hand tools and knobs on delicate equipment, products and parts, in the performance of essential functions


• Associates operating machinery must have a mechanical aptitude with an attention to detail


• Must possess the ability to bend, twist and lift up to 30 pounds while using safe lifting techniques, standing for an entire shift and walking long distances throughout the facility


• This position will require the ability to sit, stand, look down, bend, twist and have dexterity with hands for up to 10 hours

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years assembly experience


• Soldering skills (certificate desirable)


• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing techniques to install Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and


• Through-hole Technology (THT) components


• Previous knowledge/use of IPC-610, Acceptance of Electronic


• Assemblies, workmanship standards

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits