Assembler Specialist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Construct Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assemblies, including the addition of components and electronic and mechanical assemblies.

Hand solder various size components including wire,

• Electronic components, and integrated circuits, including through hole and surface mount technology (SMT) components.
• Install solid, braided, and coaxial wiring onto PCB assemblies. This includes cutting, bending, forming, and soldering as documented per build instructions.
• Operate laser cutting equipment per documented procedure to cut wiring channels in PCBs.
• Perform simple math calculations to assess tolerance stack summation.
• Assemble small parts and components using a microscope and specialized jigs, fixtures, and hand tools.
• Attain expert PCB assembler level and train other technicians in assembly areas.
• Work with and provide feedback to engineering on manufacturing processes and procedures to improve yield and assembly time.
• Read assembly documentation and understand Bill of Material lists and assembly documentation.
• Set up and run tests to validate build specifications.
• Make mechanical adjustments such as shimming and grinding to meet component specifications.
• Collect, organize, and evaluate Statistical Process Control (SPC) data.
• Set up and operate specialized equipment per documented processes.
• Safely handle chemicals such as solvents and adhesives while adhering to all safety rules and procedures.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with small parts assembly.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with soldering components onto PCB’s including SMT components and solid and braided core wiring, as well as coax cable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical assembly practices.
• Demonstrated experience meeting aggressive deadlines and tight time frames.
• Demonstrated flexibility in balancing changing priorities in a manual process environment.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to read, comprehend, and execute complex work instructions.
• Experience with Microsoft products (Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and Word).
• Able to sit for extended periods and work under a microscope.
• Able to wear safety lab equipment such as lab smock, hair covering, shoe covering, and gloves.
• Able to perform detailed visual inspection tasks.
• Able to work overtime as needed to support production schedule.
• Able to respond quickly in the case of an emergency such as a chemical spill, building evacuation or power outage.
• Experience using electronic measurement tools such Digital Multi-meter, micrometer, variable power supplies, and etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand Bill-of-Material, Assembly Drawings, Schematics, and all other relevant Assembly documentation.
• IPC-7711 / 7721 or J-STD CERTIFICATION PLUS (Not Required)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work continuously inside a clean room environment with chemicals while wearing protective clothing (Smock, Hairnet, Gloves, etc.).
• Ability to work at a microscope for extended periods of time up to 80% per shift depending on station assigned.
• Ability to read work instructions and perform both written and computer documentation.
• Ability to push and pull 10-15 lbs.
• Ability to perform routine lifting of 6 lbs. materials.

The pay range for this role in Beaverton, OR is between $21.20 and $27.85. The pay range may differ in other locations. FormFactor maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Benefits offered for this role include : medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.

FormFactor is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, sex (including breastfeeding and related conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

These protections extend to all employment and management decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations, and all other terms and conditions of employment.