Manufacturing Associate - I at Vanguard EMS, Inc.

Beaverton, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Board Inspection, WIP Transactions, Quality Control, Critical Thinking, Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Microscope Operation, Drawing Interpretation, Manufacturing Processes, SMT, Through-hole Soldering

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

The Manufacturing Associate collaborates directly with Team Coordinator and department supervisor to ensure surface mount and through hold solder meets or exceeds IPC standards. This position is key to company quality standards. Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live. What you’ll do: Inspect boards produced from hand or machine assembly to ensure all regulatory requirements are met Perform WIP transactions in Vanguard’s software system to assure proper traceability. Communicate quality issues to the appropriate team, manager and engineer as needed. Stop workflow as needed to stop the repeated manufacture of defective products. Collaborate with the team and create a positive team working environment. Ensure benches, tools and equipment are maintained and in good working condition Drive continuous improvement by looking for opportunities for improvement and working projects Maintain a clean and highly organized area and perform other duties as assigned. What you’ll need: High-level critical thinking, analysis, attention to detail, and communication skills, both oral and written. Highly motivated, strong leadership and teambuilding skills with self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality. Ability to use microscope and manipulate small and/or fragile components for extended period of time. Ability to use visual aids, complicated drawings to verify quality products. Communicate in person, over the phone, email, internet or in writing in a positive, professional manner Knowledge of common manufacturing processes and/or equipment operation. Education and/or Experience High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Preferred Qualifications Associates Degree in Electronic or Mechanical engineering J-STD and IPC Certification Experience of SMT, through-hole, wave and/or selective solder processes and/or equipment operations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses production equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Ability to hold up to 25lbs The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary Employees enjoy a benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision 401K (with employer match) Paid time off Paid holidays Profit sharing

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Associate inspects boards produced from hand or machine assembly to ensure they meet IPC and regulatory standards. They are responsible for performing WIP transactions for traceability and collaborating with teams to drive continuous improvement.