Manufacturing Operators needed for all shifts

Jabil; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jabil in Richardson, TX is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to setup, operate, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment, focusing on wave solder machines and SMT assembly lines.

You will ensure high-quality soldering on PCBs, maintain production logs, and support a clean, safe, and organized workspace while adhering to 5S principles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related experience in automated manufacturing or wave solder operations.
• Ability to obtain IPC certifications.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with measurement tools (hydrometers, calipers).

Responsibilities

• Operate and setup automated manufacturing machinery per setup sheets.
• Maintain wave soldering equipment; adjust foam fluxers and monitor solder ratios.
• Perform maintenance, calibration, cleaning of flux density controller and weekly deep clean.
• Ensure board loaders and feeders are stocked; pre-load feeders to minimize downtime.
• Quality control of soldering; audit and input data into CIQ system.

Skills

Strong communication

IPC certifications

AOI experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Wave soldering machines

SMT lines

LSM inspection

Job description

Jabil is seeking experienced Machine Operators to work in our Richardson, TX site.

• 1st shift is Monday-Friday 7am-330pm
• 2nd shift is Monday-Friday 3pm-1130pm
• 3rd shift is Monday-Friday 11pm-730am

How will you make an impact?

As a Machine Operator with Jabil, you will be responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of automated manufacturing equipment, specifically focusing on automatic wave solder machines and SMT (Surface Mount Technology) assembly lines. You will also ensure high-quality soldering of multiple connections on printed circuit boards (PCBs) while maintaining efficiency and adherence to technical specifications.

What will you do?

• Equipment Operation & Setup: Perform routine equipment setup, operation, and adjustment for automated manufacturing machinery. Coordinate with team members to configure machines according to technical setup sheets.
• Wave Solder Specialization: Operate and maintain foam fluxers; utilize hydrometers to ensure specific gravity and resin ratios are within tolerance. Add bar solder, flux, and alcohol as required.
• Maintenance & Calibration: Dross the solder pot to remove impurities and perform daily required maintenance. Clean and adjust the flux density controller (FDC). Perform weekly deep cleaning and flux drainage.
• Material Management: Ensure board loaders and feeders are continuously stocked with correct components. Prepare for upcoming runs by pre-loading feeders to minimize downtime. Maintain accurate inventory logs of chemical and solder usage.
• Quality Control: Monitor boards for soldering defects and ensure proper component seating. Operate LSM machines to verify solder paste volume and enter performance data into the CIQ system. Perform basic quality auditing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Process Documentation: Maintain all necessary production documentation, logs, and maintenance records. Follow work directions communicated via visual aids and setup sheets.
• Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized work area (5S). Tube fallout parts and monitor machine rejects to ensure parts are sorted daily.
• Compliance: Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental rules. Strictly comply with all company security policies and procedures.

How will you get here?

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of related experience in automated manufacturing or wave solder operations OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required job-related certifications (e.g., IPC (printed circuit boards) standards).
• Proficiency in Automated Optical Inspection or X-Ray machines, reading setup sheets, basic computer data entry, and the use of measurement tools (hydrometers, micrometers, calipers, and others).

Benefits you will receive while working with Jabil:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities