Post-Production PCB Operator: Precise Assembly

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

Job summary

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking a Third Operations Operator to support post-production processing in a PCBA manufacturing environment. You will perform depaneling, press-fit operations, mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and other value-added steps before final inspection and shipment.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and comfort working with PCBs, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, travelers, and assembly drawings.
• Must be able to work with small parts and delicate electronic assemblies.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, presses, fixtures, and measuring tools.

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

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

ESD awareness

Quality-focused

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Press-fit equipment

Job description

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking a Third Operations Operator to support post-production processing in a PCBA manufacturing environment. You will perform depaneling, press-fit operations, mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and other value-added steps before final inspection and shipment.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and comfort working with PCBs, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment in a fast-paced setting.