PCBA Post-Production Operator

Rocket EMS; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Third Operations Operator to perform post‑production mechanical and finishing tasks in our PCBA manufacturing environment. You will depanel, press‑fit, assemble hardware, install components, and prepare boards for final inspection and shipment.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and comfort with hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment on the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA assembly, mechanical assembly, or related production work preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, travelers, and assembly drawings.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, presses, fixtures, and measuring tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects.
• Ability to work with small parts and delicate electronic assemblies.
• Basic computer skills for scanning, labor tracking, and production transactions.
• Must be dependable, quality‑focused, and able to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform depaneling of printed circuit board assemblies using approved tools, fixtures, or equipment.
• Complete press‑fit operations according to work instructions, drawings, and process requirements.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks including hardware installation, brackets, shields, fasteners, labels, and other customer‑specific requirements.
• Inspect boards and assemblies for workmanship issues during post‑production operations.
• Follow production travelers, assembly drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Use hand tools, torque tools, presses, fixtures, and basic production equipment safely and correctly.
• Handle PCBAs using proper ESD practices at all times.
• Identify and report defects, missing parts, damaged boards, or process concerns to the lead, supervisor, or quality team.
• Maintain accurate production counts and scan work orders through the appropriate system steps.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S and safety requirements.
• Support other post‑production areas as needed, including touch‑up support, final assembly prep, rework support, masking removal, cleaning, or packout preparation.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Mechanical assembly

Reading work instructions

Hand tool usage

ESD procedures

Tools

Press‑fit equipment

Measuring tools

PCBA handling

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Third Operations Operator to perform post‑production mechanical and finishing tasks in our PCBA manufacturing environment. You will depanel, press‑fit, assemble hardware, install components, and prepare boards for final inspection and shipment.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and comfort with hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment on the factory floor.