Test Operator-1

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Test Operator to join our Austin, TX manufacturing team. You will test electronic products and components across multiple platforms, verify electrical continuity, function, and seal integrity through leak testing, and use destructive tests when required to confirm process quality.

Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred and typically 2 years of related experience is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Typically requires 2 years of test operator or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Test electronic products, components and systems for electrical continuity and function.
• Perform leak tests to ensure seal integrity.
• Conduct destructive tests to verify bonding and process quality.
• Record test yields and enter data into SPC systems.
• Inspect components for correct placement, damage or contamination.
• Ensure proper test marks and run periodic tester diagnostics.

Skills

Line operator

Electrical testing

Quality awareness

Documentation

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Principle Accountabilities

• Tests electronic products, components and systems for electrical continuity and function and reliability on a variety of test platforms and static/dynamic stress chambers.
• Ensure products have seal integrity using fluids in leak testing procedures. Determine if the product passes based on pressure dropping test procedures.
• Test products using destructive test processes to determine if bonding process is proper and completed. Responsible to stop the line if any product fails the destructive test requirements.
• Determines if the designated product passes all test cycles. Collects diagnostic information needed to isolate any product failure.
• Enters test yield data into appropriate statistical process control system.
• Notifies the appropriate test/quality engineer if test yields drop below acceptable levels.
• Inspects product for the correct placement and orientation of untested components.
• Inspects product for any physical damage or contamination.
• Places the appropriate test marks on all electronics pass test.
• Runs tester diagnostics at specified intervals.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance at specified intervals on testers, chambers, fixtures, carrier cards, etc.
• May train others.

Education / Experience

Completion of a high school degree or equivalent is preferred. Successful completion of company provided training may be required. Typically requires 2 years of test operator or related experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrates manufacturing line skills. Demonstrates detailed manufacturing line knowledge and may lead process. Has awareness of Flex technologies/techniques.

Able to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees, leads, and supervisors of the organization.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Decision Making / Discretion

Can perform analyses/ work using some independent judgment. Decisions affect team.

Supervision / Leadership

Typically requires moderate amount of supervision.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work that requires repetitive motion. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, handle small components, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, with the aid of a handcart. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.

Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).