Second Shift Termination Operator

Follows Knowles travelers, work instructions, and procedures to apply termination to capacitors. Ensures quality standards are met while operating equipment and accurately recording production data in company systems. Duties & Responsibilities: Read travelers and Knowles procedures to select the proper termination for required parts. Program the Chip Star machine with the appropriate dimensions and termination type. Place racks of parts into the hand termination process and follow approved procedures to apply termination. Remove plates with pieces and dry them in the oven according to established processes. Inspect work to ensure compliance with quality and production requirements. Accurately enter production, quality, and process information into company computer systems and manufacturing databases. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, travelers, lot paperwork, and company procedures. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to learn and understand moderately complex manufacturing processes, mechanical assemblies, and basic equipment maintenance tasks. Basic computer skills, including the ability to accurately enter, retrieve, and maintain information in company systems. Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality standards, and ability to work effectively in a production environment. Must maintain regular and reliable attendance, adhere to established work schedules, and comply with company timekeeping and attendance policies. Must be flexible and willing to be cross-trained in other departments, processes, and job functions as required to support business and operational needs. Must be able and willing to work overtime as needed to meet production schedules and business requirements. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Physical Requirements: The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, communicate, and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The position may require occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, and upper body movement. The employee may be required to frequently lift and carry lightweight materials and occasionally lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to safely operate hand tools, power tools, testing instruments, and related equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Supervisory Responsibilities: None About Knowles Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components. We design parts that perform unique, critical functions for innovative technologies. Through extreme reliability, custom engineering, and scalable manufacturing, we enable businesses to succeed in the most demanding applications across medtech, defense, and industrial markets. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries. What's in it for you on Day 1 Medical, dental and vision insurance plans Prescription Drug Plans Basic Life Insurance 401k plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Referral Program Hourly Overtime opportunities Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Exciting Onsite Perks Free coffee available at our cafeteria Employee Appreciation Events Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Equal Opportunity Statement: Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status. ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Knowles