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Machine Operator 2

Celestica
Maple Grove, MN, US
Full-time

Req ID : Remote Position : No

Remote Position : No

Region : Americas

Country : USA

State / Province : Minnesota

City : Maple Grove

General Overview

Functional Area : Operations (OPS)

Career Stream : Production (PRD)

Role : Machine Operator 2

Job Title : Machine Operator 2

Job Code : MO2-OPS-PRD

Job Level : Level 04

Direct / Indirect Indicator : Direct

Summary

Setup and operate SMT machines and inspect product it produces to IPC-A- & J-STD- Class 3. Following all process documentation and have the ability to diagnose defects or problems when they are presented.

Job Duties

  • Maintains and aligns solder paste stencils, applies solder paste to achieve an even and consistent screen print on all apertures.
  • Replenishes and controls SMT components in a pick and place machine, verifies component positioning, values and polarity.

Fills in process documentation to be complete and accurate.

Able to follow process / program documentation developed by Engineering to properly process lead or lead-free solder assemblies for acceptable solder joints at each solder connection on the assembly.

Review routings against prints to ensure consistency. Verify correct programs and revisions are called out on routers.

  • Responsible for the monitoring of floor stock inventory such as solder paste and monitoring expiration dates and informing Supervisor or Lead when low or expired.
  • Following preventative maintenance schedules on equipment will clean and perform PMs. Responsible for identifying when further maintenance is needed.
  • Learn machine part parameters and programs to ensure optimization of machine time usage. Is able to produce a quality product on a timely basis per print and routings.
  • Work with engineers and technicians to set up and run NPI products through any of the soldering processes performed by machines or associates.
  • Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder joints. Uses basic hand tools, special fasteners, soldering iron and measuring devices.

May be required to measure and record product data.

  • Perform X-Ray inspection using the AXI or Glenbrook to make sure the product we produce meets customer expectations.
  • Perform rework using the Air-Vac rework machine.
  • Will perform hand soldering work while using a scope, some components may be necessary to tin (add solder to solderable surfaces) prior to SMT placement.
  • May be required to train other employees and assist in orientation of new employees.

Knowledge / Skills / Competencies

High School education or equivalent. Related experience in set-up, operation and troubleshooting of surface mount technology and microscope soldering.

Experience in programming of SMT equipment is highly desirable. Will be required to pass J-STD & IPC- Certification to be qualified to perform the job duties of a Surface Mount Machine Operator.

Follows oral and written instructions, and must be fluent at reading blueprints. Work may involve repetitive motion and is performed primarily in standing position, may require sitting, twisting and stooping positions.

Job duties require working with and around chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and warm temperatures.

Visual exams are required pre-hire and biennial to confirm visual acuity of 20 / 20 with or without glasses along with passing a standard color vision exam.

Must be able to perform job functions while using a scope.

Notes

Employees may be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above. This description reflects the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed responsibility list for every function described.

May be used in other areas and departments of manufacturing as workload dictates. Assists co-workers when necessary to meet work unit goals.

Actively seeks continuous process improvement.

AbelConn Electronics is ISO , ISO , AS registered, Nadcap Accredited, NASA-STD- and all job duties are to be performed to support the business in meeting all requirements and documented instructions.

Will be responsible for the quality or work and meeting daily quantity standards. Keep facilities, materials and work area clean, organized and free of FOD, exercising care in their use.

Use safety practices and takes prompt action to correct problems.

AbelConn is a US ITAR facility and positions with AbelConn involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee’s movement within the facility.

As such, AbelConn will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant’s acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported.

Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW :

Celestica (NYSE, TSX : CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges.

As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud.

Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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