Electronics Assembler II

About the role

The Electronics Assembler works proficiently and independently with limited supervision performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Electronics Assembler communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned assembly tasks
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, sub-assemblies, or completed assemblies
• Test finished assemblies
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
• Train and mentor new employees and other team members in new processes, procedures and Crane tools
• Prioritize daily demand per Master Schedule
• Report for the cell(s) they are working in
• Discuss and problem solve quality issues with Manufacturing Engineers, the Quality group, and leadership
• Create work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues, and First Article Inspection’s (FAIs) at “In process/End Item” as well as other assorted assembly functions
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement
• Cross-train to work on at least 4 products
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ year of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment. Soldering experience required
• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Basic computer skills (understanding of basic software)
• Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in high paced work environment in a high volume setting
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• Preferred Qualifications: Ability to coach and mentor as well as have input into employment process; Ability to do part marking, wrapping and packaging finished goods and transport to other work areas; Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately and close work orders; Ability to perceive and pre-determine sequence of operations and installation requirements from sketches and oral instructions; Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule; IPC solder rework certification; Designated Inspection certification

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

Schedule

M-F 6:00am-2:30pm

Pay

Level II: $22.26 - $27.45
Level III: $25.61 - $32.80

Top Benefits

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.