PCB CAM Operator - Onsite Manufacturing Specialist

Westak Circuits; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Westak Circuits in Forest Grove, Oregon, seeks an experienced CAM operator to work on-site at our PCB manufacturing facility. The role focuses on editing data with Genesis CAD/CAM software, panelizing tools, and releasing manufacturing data to the production floor.

Candidates should have at least three years in PCB CAM, with familiarity in HDI technologies and scripting (Bacon JTS) a plus. Strong reading of fabrication drawings, basic arithmetic, and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must distinguish valid design and manufacturability concerns.
• Effective communication skills, reading English required.
• Able to read fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Understand basic arithmetic in metric and inches.
• Val or Genesis experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Use Genesis CAD/CAM software and PCB process knowledge to edit data and generate tools.
• Process DRC/DFM to identify design and manufacturability concerns.
• Modify customer data files and interface with customers and engineers.
• Panelize and release manufacturing tools to production floor (inner/outer layers, soldermask, silkscreen, drill, rout, test).
• Adhere to safety rules and maintain a neat, organized workplace.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure tooling accuracy and on-time production.

Skills

CAM operations

Genesis CAD/CAM

Reading drawings

English comprehension

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Genesis CAD/CAM

Bacon JTS Software

HDI Technologies

Valor/Genesis

Job description

Westak Circuits in Forest Grove, Oregon, seeks an experienced CAM operator to work on-site at our PCB manufacturing facility. The role focuses on editing data with Genesis CAD/CAM software, panelizing tools, and releasing manufacturing data to the production floor.

Candidates should have at least three years in PCB CAM, with familiarity in HDI technologies and scripting (Bacon JTS) a plus. Strong reading of fabrication drawings, basic arithmetic, and clear communication are essential.