Production Assemblers

NewSpace Systems; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Systems in Somerset West, South Africa, is seeking a Production Assembler to produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies for high-reliability electro-mechanical equipment. The role operates in a controlled environment, with emphasis on quality, traceability and working to schedules.

Responsibilities include cleanroom operations, harness and board assembly, applying glues and coatings, operating curing ovens and related aids, and ensuring documentation and traceability for

Qualifications

• Attention to detail required for high-reliability assembly.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and assembly instructions.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work to tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day cleanroom operations.
• Assemble harnesses and boards into chassis.
• Apply glues, thermal compounds, and conformal coatings.
• Operate curing ovens, vacuum tanks, solder pots, crimps, and related tools.
• Ensure traceability and proper storage of components and FGI.
• Record tasks and status in build documentation.
• Pack completed products securely for international shipments.
• Adhere to manufacturing procedures and ISO9001 requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Education

National Senior Certificate

Job description

KEY PURPOSE OF JOB

A Satellite Component Manufacturing company in Somerset West has a permanent position for a Production Assembler who will be responsible for producing components by assembling parts and subassemblies.

KEY TASKS

• Responsibility for the day-to-day cleanroom operations
• Assembly of harnesses
• Assembly of boards and other components into chasses
• Application of glues, thermal compounds, and conformal coatings
• Operation of related assembly aids, such as curing oven, vacuum tank, compressor, solder pots, crimping tools, etc.
• Ensuring traceability of all parts during the assembly process
• Logging and controlling the storage of electronic and other components as well as work in progress and completed products
• Capturing of tasks and job status in line with build operations
• Secure packing of completed products suitable for international shipments
• Reporting production progress and issues to the line manager· Review assembly documentation/build instructions and understand what needs to be done and how it is to be done
• Ensure correct procedures, and processes are followed during manufacturing
• Ensure all documentation is signed off for traceability

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate

Experience

• >3 years assembling complex and high-reliability electro-mechanical equipment

Prerequisites

• Appreciation of ISO9001 requirements.
• Familiarity with working in a highly controlled assembly environment such as military or medical equipment.
• Ability to work to tight schedules while maintaining high-quality manufacture.
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work with small components and assemblies
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electronic drawings.
• Be self-motivated and have the willingness to learn.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time and work to deadlines.