Production Operator - Electronics

Vega Americas; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electronic Production Operator to manage the automated assembly line's daily operations. This role involves setting up and monitoring machines, performing quality checks, and ensuring adherence to production schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent organizational skills, along with the ability to read schematics and work with SMT components. Join a company that values innovation and employee growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous parental leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of SMT experience preferred with soldering skills.
• Ability to read schematics and circuit diagrams essential.
• Experience with various hand soldering techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines in a fast-paced electronics assembly environment.
• Perform quality checks and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assemble components on PCB per BOM and sample.

Skills

Soldering to J-STD-001

SMT experience

Ability to read schematics

Excellent organizational skills

Mechanically minded

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMT machines

Cutting machine

Job description

parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)

The Electronic Production Operator processes the day-to-day operation of the automated assembly line. They are responsible for following production schedules and operations procedures by relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks and works under direct supervision.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General:

• Set up, operate, and monitor machines per established guidelines in a fast-paced electronics assembly environment.
• Hand-place components when required.
• Perform basic machine activities on automated machines as instructed by the work order.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures.
• Utilizes a First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory management system

Laser Marking:

• Review daily work order.
• Pull PCB boards as required by the work order and place them in the pre-area.
• Scan work orders into the automated machine and place PCB in the machine for processing.
• Perform quality check on 1st PCB to ensure standard.
• Stock vertical storage following FIFO principles.

THT Preparation and Storage:

• Pull components based on work order and place them in the bin for storage.
• Use the cutting machine for various components.

THT Assembly and Soldering:

• Assemble components on PCB per BOM and sample.
• Place assembled PCB in a magazine.
• Transport the full magazine to the selective soldering machine.
• Operation of the selective soldering machine per work order.
• Perform quality check on 1st PCB to ensure standard.

Rework:

• Find and decipher errors detected by off-line AOI.
• Perform hand solder touch-up of PCBAs under a microscope.
• Repack PCBA and place finished goods in the designated area.
• Operate the machine, which includes understanding the sequence of events, the control panel, and indicators, and understanding how to replenish supplies and components per standards.
• Set-up of the machine, which includes machine adjustments and the ability to perform set-up (feeder loading and changing) per the manufacturing instructions and standards.
• Follow procedure to account for 'scrap' and non-conformances within MRP.
• General machine cleaning and upkeep per the standards.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year SMT experience preferred.
• Soldering to J-STD-001 experience is a plus
• Experience running SMT machines a plus and in handling SMT components
• Mechanically minded
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with metric systems
• Experience with various hand soldering techniques is a plus.
• Ability to read schematics and circuit diagrams.
• Ability to see close vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
• Willing to travel to Europe for training.

VEGA Americas manufactures, distributes, and services process instrumentation to measure level, density, weight, and pressure.Our products have been making industrial processes safer and more efficient for over 60 years.

As an employee, you'll find VEGA Americas commits itself to the highest quality standards and respect for the individual needs of employees, customers, vendors, and shareholders. Don't take it from us alone, VEGA has been awarded a Cincinnati Enquirer's Top Workplace Award for 8 years running!

Our Mission: With innovative technologies and services, we develop solutions that inspire. Through our sense of simplicity and our focus on people, we are looking to the future with curiosity. Locally grounded and globally connected, together we give values a home.

What makes VEGA a great place to work?

VEGA Americas, Inc. provides a full benefits package to Full-Time employees including:

• Health, company HSA contribution, Dental, Life, and Disability benefits available onday one
• Competitive 401(k) with flexible investment options and a company match to help you reach your retirement goals
• Other perks include vacation time, holiday pay, 100% paid parental leave, tuition assistance, a casual dress code, and training opportunities.

VEGA Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy that we will not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, or veteran status.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA Minority/Female/Vet/Disability

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