Production Operator

KB Signaling; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation leave

Personal paid absence

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Stock purchase plans

Annual bonuses

Job summary

KB Signaling Inc. is seeking a Production Operator – Assembly to build through-hole and surface-mount PCB assemblies. You will follow controlled parts lists, drawings, and quality guidelines while performing manual placement and hand soldering.

The role requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to read assembly instructions. A high school diploma is preferred. On-site work with overtime and a strong safety mindset are expected.

Qualifications

• Previous printed circuit board assembly experience.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build through-hole (THT) and surface-mount (SMT) PCB assemblies and chassis, following parts lists and documentation.
• Perform manual placement and hand soldering of through-hole components.
• Prepare boards for reflow and wave soldering processes.
• Install electronic parts, apply solder mask and tape to boards.
• Enter data into the computer system accurately.
• Crimp, solder, audit workmanship, read drawings and schematics.

Skills

PCB assembly

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Read instructions

Soldering

Component identification

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Position Title

Production Operator - Assembly

Compensation & Hours

Hourly: $19.00 (increases to $19.47 after 90 days).

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM with overtime.

Position Summary

The Production Operator – Assembly will be responsible for building through‑hole and surface‑mount printed circuit board assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Build through‑hole (THT) and surface‑mount (SMT) printed circuit board assemblies and chassis, placing components on boards per controlled parts lists, drawing documentation, and quality workmanship guidelines.
• Perform manual placement and hand soldering of through‑hole components per specifications.
• Prep circuit boards for reflow line and wave soldering.
• Install electronic parts, apply solder mask, and apply solder tape to boards.
• Perform electronic data entry work into the computer system.
• Crimp, solder, audit workmanship, read drawings and schematics.
• Navigate an inventory management system.
• Understand and support all Quality, Product Safety, and Health/Safety/Environmental/Energy policies.
• Understand and adhere to all relevant statutory or regulatory compliance obligations.
• Understand, support, and adhere to the Integrated Management System policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Understand and support relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) as defined in the goal tree.

Qualifications

• Previous printed circuit board assembly experience.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multifunctional team environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Basic component identification skills.
• Organization skills.
• Time‑management skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Benefits

Employees will receive health, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance under group healthcare plans, a 401(k) plan, 80 hours of vacation leave, 40 hours of personal paid absence, 10 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and eligibility for company stock purchase plans and annual bonuses. Benefits are subject to applicable plan documents, policies, and federal requirements.

Additional Information

At this time, immigration sponsorship is not offered; all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employment‑based visa sponsorship.