PCB Assembly Technician: Mechanical & Process Optimizer

Vanguard EMS, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Job summary

Vanguard EMS, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Associate - Mechanical to manufacture PCB assemblies to specification in a timely manner.

The role covers operation of press fit and detab machines, torque testing, and first-piece inspection, with emphasis on safety and quality. You will work with the coordination and engineering teams to improve processing, while maintaining equipment and a clean, safe workspace in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with electronics prep tools and IPC 610 / J-STD knowledge.
• Must read, understand, and write English; meticulous and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Operate press fit and detab machines per instructions.
• Assemble components into circuit boards and press them in.
• Perform torque testing and first-piece inspection.
• Maintain fixtures, tooling, and detab equipment.
• Collaborate with Coordinator and Engineering to improve processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Excel proficiency

English literacy

Detail-oriented

Mechanical ability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

GED

IPC 610 knowledge

J-STD knowledge

Tools

Pneumatic presses

Machine setup

Soldering PCBA tooling

Job description

Vanguard EMS, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Associate - Mechanical to manufacture PCB assemblies to specification in a timely manner.

The role covers operation of press fit and detab machines, torque testing, and first-piece inspection, with emphasis on safety and quality. You will work with the coordination and engineering teams to improve processing, while maintaining equipment and a clean, safe workspace in a manufacturing environment.