First Shift High Reliability Operator

Knowles; California; Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Prescription Drug Plans

Basic Life Insurance

401k plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Program

Hourly Overtime opportunities

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free coffee in cafeteria

Employee Appreciation Events

Zusammenfassung

Knowles, a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, seeks an assembler/test technician to inspect and test capacitors and related parts. You will read specifications, perform environmental tests, and record outcomes to ensure product quality.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards. The position offers onsite work, convenient shift patterns, and opportunities for skill development in a fast-paced manufacturing setting within Knowles’

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, electronics, or similar environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, instructions, processing charts, and specifications.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly and production tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify visual defects and discrepancies in small parts and electronic components.
• Basic ability to use measuring and inspection tools.
• Basic computer skills to enter and maintain production data.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow procedures, safety requirements, and production standards.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work overtime, including extended hours, weekends, or additional shifts.

Aufgaben

• Inspects electronic assemblies, subassemblies, parts, and components for defects.
• Conducts various electronic tests on capacitors to ensure unit functionality per specifications.
• Reads test forms and uses customer specifications to guide testing procedures and equipment.
• Tests performance under environmental conditions (temperature, voltage, humidity) and records results.
• Analyzes test results and maintains production/inspection data records.
• Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions promptly.
• Maintains a safe, clean 5S-compliant work environment.
• Collaborates with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and drive improvements.

Kenntnisse

High school diploma

Manufacturing experience

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Authorized to work in the US

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Basic computer skills

Jobbeschreibung

Inspects electronic assemblies, subassemblies, parts, and components for defects by performing the following duties.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts variety of electronic tests on capacitors to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to detect if the capacitors fail.
• Reads test form to understand customer test specifications, works with backlog and WIP to locate parts in the computer system, read and understands test work instructions, performance according to specifications, and determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.
• Tests functional performance of parts under specified environmental conditions such as temperature change, voltage, and humidity. Sets up test instruments according to specifications.
• Connects capacitors to be tested to test equipment. Reads dials or digital displays that indicate electronic characteristics such as voltage, frequency, temperature, humidity and capacitance/df. Compares results with specifications and records test data and test results on inspection and testing forms.
• Analyzes test results on defective units to determine if the product meets the customer’s specification. Maintains manual or computerized records of production and inspection data. The high reliability loading and maintenance operator will also assemble boards, repair fixtures, load heavier trays to ovens.
• Monitors equipment performance and reports equipment malfunctions or process concerns promptly.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Works collaboratively with team members, quality personnel, and supervisors to meet production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complies with all company policies, quality procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, electronics, or a similar environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, written instructions, processing charts, and specifications.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly and production tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify visual defects and discrepancies in small parts and electronic components.
• Basic ability to use measuring and inspection tools.
• Basic computer skills and ability to accurately enter and maintain production information.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow established procedures, safety requirements, and production standards.
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Able and willing to work overtime, including extended hours, weekends, or additional shifts, as required by business needs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform work requiring close visual attention to small parts and components.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods, depending on assigned work.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements associated with assembly and production activities.
• Ability to handle small parts and components safely and accurately.
• Ability to use hand tools, measuring devices, and other production equipment as required.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

About Knowles

Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components. We design parts that perform unique, critical functions for innovative technologies. Through extreme reliability, custom engineering, and scalable manufacturing, we enable businesses to succeed in the most demanding applications across medtech, defense, and industrial markets.

Our high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, advanced medtech microphones, balanced armature speakers, and miniaturization products enable and enhance the performance of technologies with the power to change, improve, and save lives. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries.

What's in it for you on Day 1:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Basic Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Hourly Overtime opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Exciting Onsite Perks:

• Free coffee available at our cafeteria
• Employee Appreciation Events

Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.

Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.