Engineering Micro-Assembler

Position Summary

Act as a micro-assembler to build small MIC and SMT based hardware for NPI (New Product Introduction) and production purposes.

Job Function

• Performs die attach using electrically conductive epoxies.
• Dispenses epoxy using both manual techniques and a dispensing machine.
• Performs wire bonding tasks using a variety of wire and ribbon sizes and both ball and wedge-based techniques.
• Performs welding operations using a gap welder.
• Performs tacking operations using a thermosonic bonder.
• Performs soldering tasks with small components.
• Performs delicate rework tasks while minimizing collateral damage.
• Self-inspects his/her own work.
• Affords assistance with troubleshooting units for inspection.
• Reads and works from assembly drawings and provides markups with improvements/design changes when necessary.
• Provides feedback on the manufacturability of the design during the E-Run phase to make the design production ready.
• Keeps work area neat and clean and assists other staff with keeping lab clean.
• Performs all relevant transactions in the ERP system (Move In, Move Out, Clock On, Clock Off, etc.).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of micro-assembly experience in SMT, small mechanical assembly
• Minimum 2 years of micro-assembly experience in MIC, die attach, wire bonding
• Ability to read, write and orally communicate in English
• Ability to read and interpret an assembly drawing
• Ability to utilize electronic work instructions and assembly drawings
• Ability to sit at a bench for an extended period of time
• Ability to work under a microscope
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to learn ERP interface to order parts and perform run related transactions
• Willingness to work in a multi-disciplinary team (Engineers, Technicians, Assemblers, Designers, Manufacturing and Process Engineers)
• Willingness to grow and improve micro-assembly skills and work closely with other assemblers

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Cultural Focus

• Displays enthusiasm and Passion for their work
• Works to the standard of Uncompromising Quality by meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement
• Exercises sound Business Judgement, ensuring that efforts are on track with the Company’s goals
• Operates with the mindset of Customer Obsession – by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers
• Takes Accountability by taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions
• Displays a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks with Speed and attention to detail
• Cooperates, collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense of Teamwork
• Conducts themselves with Honesty & Integrity and treats all members with Trust & Respect

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
• Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time
• Occasional travel, some overnight, as required