Level 1 Pick and Place Operator
Description
Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.
Mini-Circuits’ sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.
Position Summary:
The Pick & Place Operator performs component assembly on PCBs using a Solder Screen Print Machine and operates the PCB Dicing Machine, as per stated procedures.
Job Function:
- Must be able to operate the Solder Screen Printing, Pick & Place GSM, and Dicing Machine.
- Document all jobs worked on using bar code, clock on and clock off.
- Confirm inventory of materials used.
- Check quantity and drawings before signing QC sheets.
- Perform all solder paste screen print activities and soldering of small components (i.e. resistors, and capacitors to the pc board).
- Perform reflow of solder with conveyor oven.
- Must be able to load components into the feeders and separate PCB array into individual PCB.
- Submit suggestions to Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager for corrections or improvements to the process.
- Edit existing programs in the Pick & Place GSM & PCB Dicing Machines once verified by a Level 3 Operator or Team Leader.
- Notify the Team Leader or Manager to hold/stop a run when the non-conformity threatens the performance of the run.
- Notify Team Leader or Manager when department output goals are not met.
The duties, responsibilities and expectations described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the member, within the scope of the position.
Qualifications:
- Minimum High school diploma, GED or international equivalent.
- 6 months’ experience in Pick & Place Departmental responsibilities or equivalent related manufacturing or assembly experience.
- Ability to read, writes, and orally communicate in English and have the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and understand assembly drawings and documents.
- Ability to distinguish colors in accordance with the ISHIRA test for color blindness.
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
- Must have basic operational knowledge on how to use the equipment within the department, including a microscope.
- Must be detail-oriented.
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 is required to use a microscope regularly. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
- Demonstrates 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:
- Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident
- Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
- Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct
- Occasional travel, some overnight, as required
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(K) to eligible employees.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- 401(K) and Profit-Sharing Programs
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employer-Sponsored Wellness Plans
- Commuter Benefits
- Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Benefit Advocate & Employee Assistance Program
Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Management’s discretion.
Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy-related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.