PCB Assembly

Thomas Electronics; Village of Clyde (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-paid short-term disability

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Thomas Electronics, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented PCB Assembler to join our Manufacturing team. This role assembles PCBs, electronic assemblies, and related components per engineering drawings, BOMs, and IPC standards.

The ideal candidate has strong soldering skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment demanding precision and quality. The role requires reading drawings and work instructions, performing hand soldering, inspecting at all stages, and maintaining documentation while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in electronics assembly and IPC workmanship standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work orders.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Soldering experience with through-hole and SMT.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PCBs, electronic assemblies, and subassemblies per drawings and BOMs.
• Perform hand soldering of through-hole and SMT components per IPC standards.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Verify placement, orientation, and integration of components.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to meet schedules.
• Identify defects and report nonconforming materials.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC-A-610 Certification

J-STD-001 Certification

Tools

Soldering equipment handling

Microscopes / magnification tools

Job description

Thomas Electronics, Inc. is a leading international manufacturer of precision electro-optical components supporting mission-critical applications in defense, aerospace, aviation, and other high-reliability industries. Our products are trusted worldwide, and our success is built on quality, innovation, and the dedication of our employees.

We foster a collaborative work environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to products that make a meaningful impact.

Thomas Electronics is seeking a detail-oriented PCB Assembler to join our Manufacturing team. This position is responsible for assembling printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronic assemblies, and related components while ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, work instructions, IPC workmanship standards, and customer specifications.

The ideal candidate takes pride in producing high-quality work, possesses strong soldering skills, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision and attention to detail are essential.

• Assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronic assemblies, electrical panels, and subassemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, bills of materials, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Perform hand soldering of through-hole and surface mount components in accordance with IPC workmanship standards.
• Inspect assemblies throughout the manufacturing process to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Verify proper placement, orientation, and integration of electronic components.
• Perform compliance verification of components, assemblies, and systems to ensure electrical and mechanical requirements are met.
• Identify assembly defects and report nonconforming materials or workmanship.
• Utilize hand tools, soldering equipment, measuring devices, and inspection equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following company safety policies.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve assembly issues and meet production schedules.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing or electronics assembly experience required.
• Experience soldering electronic components using IPC workmanship standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and work orders.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify workmanship defects and perform visual inspections.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC-A-610 Certification.
• J-STD-001 Certification.
• Experience assembling military, aerospace, or high-reliability electronic products.
• Familiarity with ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) handling procedures.
• Experience with surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands for fine motor assembly work.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to distinguish colors for component identification.
• Ability to work with microscopes or magnification equipment when required.

In addition to a dynamic work environment and exciting career opportunities, Thomas Electronics offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Thomas Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values innovation, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are committed to developing technologies that support critical defense, aerospace, medical, industrial, and scientific applications while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.