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As a member of our Production Team, the Electronics Operator 2 will assemble and test electro-mechanical products in an efficient, timely, and quality focused manner. To achieve this goal, they will perform a variety of moderately complex operations requiring delicate and safe manual manipulation of electronics using hand tools, production equipment, computers, diagrams, drawings, and oral or written instructions. The Operator will ensure the quality of their production by diligently following all work instructions and ensuring compliance to the quality control inspection procedures. Finally, the Operator will be required to continuously learn additional manufacturing cells to the degree that they can train new staff on these cells.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production

1. Work within a team-based manufacturing cell to assemble and test complex, small-form electronics.
2. Prepare for operator duties by attentively reviewing verbal instructions, work orders, production drawings, assembly instructions, and sample assemblies.
3. Perform inspection to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
4. Efficiently assemble and test devices to the KPI set for timeliness and quality.
5. Recognize and document errors and quality issues within the products.
6. Successfully learn a variety new products assemblies and testing.
7. Maintain the stations for cleanliness and safety.
8. Follow all plant safety, material handling and efficiency guidelines (e.g., ESD, 5S, OSHA, etc.).
9. Continuously learn new work cells and train new staff members on these cells.
10. Maintain a record of good and timely attendance.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - The responsibilities listed below are representative, but not all inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to satisfactorily and successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Basic Qualifications

1. Five years of relevant work experience in electronics manufacturing, assembly, or testing
2. High School diploma or its equivalent
3. Documented ability to understand and follow technical instructions drafted or communicated in English
4. Demonstrated ability to assemble delicate, small-form technical components in a manner that promotes timely results, a high-quality product, and efficiency at a fast pace
5. Documented ability to recognize critical quality errors and escalate appropriately
6. Ability to document issues in English
7. Proven ability to work effectively and productively in a cell-based manufacturing team
8. Demonstrated basic computer skills (e.g., keyboard, mouse, open browser, launch applications, communicate via email).
9. Proven basic math skills (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions).
10. Demonstrated ability to continuously learn new work cells
11. Proven ability to train junior staff members on specific work cells
12. Proven steady employment history that indicates timeliness and good attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Demonstrated potential for growth in people leadership skills
2. Proven ability to work with other departments on CIP and suggest Best Practices

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS - The requirements listed below are representative of the physical and environmental factors the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is often required to talk, hear at normal speaking levels, sit and use their hands and fingers to write, type, and assemble small-form electronics, including repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands, this position involves sitting and standing for large portions of the work day. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for extensive computer use, reading and visual inspections. This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis.

Environmental Factors: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Travel Requirements: None.

Conclusion - This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.