Assembler II

Summary

The ideal candidate will be a confident and highly organized self-starter with some applications knowledge, communication and technical problem-solving skills to ensure execution of our quality standards and customer on time delivery metrics.

Primary Responsibilities

• Able to read, understand, and adhere to work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings
• Usage of hand tools properly and safely
• Mechanical assembly of product within acceptable quality and output levels
• Soldering of cables, wires and through hole devices within acceptable quality limits
• Inspect product and properly identify non-conformances
• Properly operate pass/fail test equipment (ALTF, PD Test, etc.)
• By working with the Team Lead your able to identify potential root causes for issues identified in the assembly process
• Cross train other employees
• Able to suggest and help implement process improvement activities
• Helps lead 5S initiatives and daily cycle counts
• Understand and interpret test results/plots, and basic failure modes
• Can perform rework when required
• Cleanliness and workstation clean up through 5S standards
• Preferred: IPC solder requirements verified (Consistently meet IPC requirements; tested per IPC610 requirements)
• Preferred: IPC Solder certified (designated sections of J-STD 001)

General Tasks

Maintain strict compliance with the quality, environmental and occupational health and safety regulations and implementation of the instructions of the quality, environmental management and/or occupational health and safety officer.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training And Competencies

• Ability to multitask and willingness to learn different assembly requirements
• Previous experience with opto-electronics and PCB commodities
• Working experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma environments
• Familiar and knowledgeable with QMS standards (ie: ISO 9001)
• Team player with strong computer, written, verbal and skills
• Basic knowledge and practice of ESD and 5S principles
• Safety and chemical awareness

Pay

The salary for this role will range from $22 to $26 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc.

Benefits

Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting to 50 pounds
• Standing long periods of time