Production Operator - Cleanroom

What You Will Do

As a Production Operator – Assembler you will build a variety of electronic and electro‑mechanical assemblies and components for use in the aerospace industry. The role performs a variety of complex technical tasks, assembly, troubleshooting and audits on electrical assemblies. The individual will assemble component and/or subassemblies in conformance to drawing and quality standards. The individual may exercise independent action and initiative, and may also provide support, and follow direction from Supervisor/Manager, Team Lead, Engineering Aides and Inspection personnel.

This position will have direct contact with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Test Engineering, Calibration, and Supervision.

This assembly position is within our cleanroom which requires specialty precautions in the care of our electronics including protective clothing such as coveralls, masks, hair net, gloves, etc.

• Build assemblies as directed by supervisor or team lead in conformance with drawings and quality standards while adhering to documented production time standards if applicable.
• Adhere to lot traceability and general inventory practices.
• Work from Engineering or Quality drawings, specifications, standards, test procedures, and verbal instructions to determine product or procedure acceptance.
• Validate that build and inspection equipment is calibrated and/or qualified as Fit‑for‑Use.
• Understand lot traceability and general inventory practices.
• Perform self‑audits of workstation or as directed to ensure compliance with system and specification requirements.
• Takes initiative to define and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Recognize deviations from standard drawings/practices.
• Assembly requirements may include soldering, crimping, wire harnessing, basic testing, visual inspection.
• May perform inspection of complex assemblies and systems for conformance to drawings and quality standards.
• May perform basic troubleshooting of complex assemblies, assembly tools, tooling, and test equipment associated with production product, upgrades, & reworks.
• May perform visual, dimensional, electrical, functional, and optical inspections per specified documentation.
• May be assigned tasks by supervisor/manager such as Fit‑for‑Use, Shelf Life and Calibration.
• Performs special projects/tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical degree a plus.

• 0–2 years’ experience working in electronics production and assembly.
• Knowledge of lighting and test equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of and preferably trained in IPC‑A‑610/‑620, J‑STD‑001.
• Cleanroom experience.

• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and lighting standards used to measure product performance on the product line.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of reading, interpreting, and implementing blueprints, schematics and drawings in English.
• Must have a keen attention to detail; hand and eye coordination.
• Works cooperatively in a team environment and effectively communicates with others.
• Participates in problem‑solving teams to develop process improvements.
• Willing to work extra hours, and potentially weekends.
• Must have computer skills and knowledge; ability to perform all computer‑related functions as applicable to the designated production areas without direction or supervision.
• Has a understanding of Lean principles.
• May require certifications, e.g., J‑STD‑001, IPC‑610, IPC‑620.

• Frequent use of personal computers, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and computer printers.
• Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, materials, and computer.
• The person in this position needs to frequently move inside the office.
• Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally use of steps or ladder.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Seldom to occasionally position self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• This position is for Day Shift (6:00 am–2:30 pm), Monday through Friday.
• The ambient noise level is low on Day Shift, but hearing protection is provided upon request.
• This job operates in a professional manufacturing environment.

Please note the typical hiring range is $22.88 – $30.96 hourly. Job offers within the range are based on significant job qualifications and pay equity.