SMT Inspector - 1st Shift

Description

This position is responsible for following ISO work instructions to produce quality products in a timely manner. The principal focus will be:

• Conduct visual quality inspections including 1st piece
• Meet specified labor standards.
• Able to work as team without disruptions.
• Able to interact with all types of people in a professional and respectful manner.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Essential Job Functions

Demonstrates SoundOff Signal's Core Values in daily interactions with internal and external customers.

Competent in the function of:

• Hand soldering, touch-up, complex repairs and testing of all electronic printed circuit boards.
• In-depth understanding of electronic component identification (I.D. by type, polarity and value)
• Able to utilize engineering drawings.
• Fine pitch surface mount rework.
• Defining and resolving problems, collecting data, and establishing facts to draw valid conclusions.
• Repairing and replacing defective components to ensure the product meets company conformity standards.

This position will:

• Inspect board assemblies.
• Determine issues and potential problems with components.
• Able to operate and maintain hand tools/soldering iron.
• Able to read and follow SoundOff Signal Work Instructions.
• Ability to rotate in all SMT operations.
• Able to listen and apply direction from Department Lead.
• Perform other complex tasks as assigned.
• High individual level of quality, with proven contributions to the overall department quality.
• Proficient in operating department's mechanical equipment as assigned.
• Have a thorough understanding of all SoundOff Signal's policies, procedures, and systems.
• Able to perform job consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Light manufacturing environment
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting
• Required to work shift hours (four 10-hour days) with occasional overtime

Requirements

• High school diploma. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two years' experience with the skills required for the position.
• Familiar with fields concepts, practices and procedures.
• Willing and able to train others in all department processes.
• Proficient PC and Windows operating system user. Knowledge of meters and other test devices.
• Solder and de-solder fine pitch components and repair electronic circuits.
• Perform complex inspection of electronic circuit boards for errors with the ability to perform complex repairs, testing and completing the process.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work well as a team with a wide variety of people/positions.
• Excellent hand and eye coordination
• Strong attention to detail; ability to work with precision.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, rotate, and/or reach throughout an entire shift.
• Must be able to accurately handle and assemble small parts.