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Advanced Assembly, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in electronics manufacturing is seeking dedicated Machine Operators for full-time positions. This role involves operating advanced machinery, ensuring quality production, and contributing to a collaborative team environment. With a competitive starting wage and a generous sign-on bonus, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in a high-tech manufacturing setting. Join a company that values stability, growth, and offers a friendly workplace culture. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in skilled trade, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Full Benefits Package

Casual Work Environment

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring ability to follow written instructions.
• Knowledge of SMT, Wave, AOI or coating equipment preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment while following written instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Assist Automation Technicians with quality issues as needed.

Skills

Machine Operation

Reading Instructions

Judgment Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment

Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)

Coating Equipment

Wave Equipment

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

5901 Research Park Blvd, Madison, WI 53719, USA Req #178

Friday, April 18, 2025

Advanced Assembly, Inc. (AAI), located in University Research Park on the west side of Madison, is looking to add Machine Operators to our well-trained and experienced staff. Advanced Assembly, Inc. is an electronics manufacturing services provider of electronic assemblies and products, including the Captioned Telephone (CapTel). Our exceptional reputation has been earned through the years, based on production capability, reliability, and quality.

These full-time positions offer a second shift schedule of Monday-Thursday 2:45 pm- 12:45 am , a competitive starting wage and a full benefits package. Wage depending on experience. Absent undue hardship, Advanced Assembly will make reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs and individuals with disabilities.

New Employees - Sign-On Bonus: The company is offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus to newly-hired, full-time employees. The bonus will be paid on the first check following successful completion of the employee's 90-day probationary period.

Advanced Assembly offers a diverse, friendly, and casual work environment. We have a proven track record of stability, growth, and providing advancement opportunities. If you have an interest in working in a high-tech manufacturing environment, while learning, developing, and advancing your career in a skilled trade, we highly recommend you apply!

Job Summary: Machine Operators are responsible for everyday machine operation of the Surface Mount (SMT), Coating, Wave or Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment. This is an entry-level Machine Operator position.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: (Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time).

• Follow directions, read from, and interpret written instructions.
• Make sound judgments while operating production equipment.
• Organize responsibilities to achieve maximum output to meet production and quality requirements.
• Understand and follow all applicable quality system procedures and perform all assigned responsibilities outlined in the quality system.
• Keep work areas neat and organized.
• Follow established product handling procedures consistently.
• Setup, run and tear down jobs on each of the production lines.
• Operate the SMT line, Wave, coating or AOI equipment.
• Provide general assistance to the workflow when and where needed.
• Perform daily cleaning of machine as needed.
• Follow the daily checklist.
• Communicate with the Automation Technicians, Supervisor, or Team Leads on quality issues.
• Verify parts on the line.
• Assist Automation Technicians as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by primary supervisor.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand both verbal and written instructions in the English language.
• Knowledge of SMT, Wave, AOI or coating equipment preferred but not required.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good verbal and written skills to communicate well in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to fill out daily records and logs.
• Ability to distinguish colors, fine circuit detail, and tones.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand in one area forlong periods of time, with minimal breaks.
• Physical ability to move freely and have sufficient reflexes to perform the same tasks repeatedly using hands to complete the task at a constant rate so the assembly line will not be interrupted.
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to work with small electronic parts.
• Ability tolift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.

All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, student status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, political beliefs, religion, genetic information, gender identity, a less than honorable discharge from the military, and any other status protected by federal, state or local law and regulations.

• 5901 Research Park Blvd, Madison, WI 53719, USA