PCB/PCBA Specialist

PCB/PCBA Specialist

Circuit Check is the market-leading provider of automated test systems and test fixtures for complex electronic products for the automotive, military/aerospace, medical, industrial, and computer networking industries. At Circuit Check, we believe that innovation is a must, and that a challenging and robust environment where the work is consistently new and cutting edge is the best way to foster creativity. If you are ready to further your career in a fast-paced, technology driven organization where our test designs impact products that are used by millions of people around the world every day, then we invite you to join us at Circuit Check.

The PCB/PCBA Specialist is responsible for hand-soldering through-hole and surface mount components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) ensuring high-quality workmanship in the production of electronic assemblies. This position reports to the Load and Wire Supervisor and according to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act) is classified as non-exempt.

What You'll Be Doing

• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Inspect solder joints for quality and correct any defects
• Record all deviations and modifications from original design
• Identify and report assembly or part defects to supervisors or quality control
• Trim component leads and clean boards with strong attention to detail and hand-eye coordination
• Maintain confidentiality and security of intellectual property (CUI-ITAR, Prototype).

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• Ability to maintain a full time schedule
• High school diploma or equivalent
• IPC-610 or J-STD-001 certification
• 1 + years of experience in hand soldering electronic components (through-hole/surface mount) with precision and consistency
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings to accurately place components
• Proven ability working with tools such as soldering irons, cutters, magnifiers, and microscopes
• Thorough understanding and adherence to safety and ESD procedures.

Preferred

• Experience in a mid- to high-volume electronics manufacturing environment
• Ability to learn specialized machines.

What to Expect at Work

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for extended lengths of time; bend, reach, stoop and twist as required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs
• May involve repetitive tasks and extended periods of concentration
• Ability to use a microscope for prolonged periods of time
• Position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; the job requires long periods of time spent focusing on small components. Must have excellent natural or corrected vision.

Working Environment

• Being present at work is critical to the success of this role
• Indoor climate controlled
• Works around equipment moving mechanical parts
• Regular exposure to manufacturing areas which may entail exposure to dirt, dust, noise, machine chemicals, fumes and other attributes common to this environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B status).

Individual base pay is based on various factors, including work location, relevant experience and skills, the responsibility of the role, and job duties/requirements. For this role, our current base pay range for new hires is $18.00 - $24.00 per hour and is eligible for performance-based quarterly profit sharing.

Base pay is only one element of an employee's total compensation at Circuit Check. Employees (and their dependents in most plans) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Employees are able to enroll in Circuit Check's 401k plan, in which the Company will match 50% of your contributions up to 6% with a maximum contribution. Paid time off includes vacation and sick time along with eight paid holidays.

Circuit Check, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on identity- race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged or sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Because Circuit Check is a federal contractor, we participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.