Flex Operator

Company Description

Summit Interconnect is the largest, privately held PCB manufacturer in North America. The company is focused on the fast-growing defense and high-performance commercial sectors in the North American market. Summit offers solutions ranging from advanced cutting-edge prototyping to complex high-mix, low-to-mid volume production. Summit’s nine facilities are located across California, Illinois, Colorado, and Toronto, Canada. For more information, please visit summitinterconnect.com.

About the Role:

The Flex Operator position is pivotal in ensuring seamless production and quality assurance of our products. This role requires a proactive individual who can adapt to various tasks within the manufacturing process, contributing to efficiency and productivity. The major end result of this position is to maintain high standards of quality while meeting production deadlines. The Flex Operator will be assigned to one major process but will collaborate with different teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements in the workflow. Ultimately, this role supports the overall mission of delivering durable goods that meet customer expectations and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Manually perform or operate machines requiring standard setups, constant monitoring and periodic adjustments in speed, temperature and/or chemical levels.
• Conduct quality checks on products at various stages of the manufacturing process.
• Perform manual and repetitive operations including machine loading and manual inspections.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve production issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge related to manufacturing processes.
• Must be willing to work overtime when required, including weekends.

Required Skills:

• General ability to speak, read and write English fluently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem solving ability.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work under pressure with time constraints.
• Operate machines and perform manual operations with minimal supervision.
• Effectively follow and comply with company systems, policies and procedures.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and safety protocols will be a major plus.
• Knowledge of LEAN (or other) manufacturing principles will be an added advantage.
• Experience in printed circuit board (PCB) industry will be preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long period of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis.

Working Hours:

• 1^st shift: 7:30am – 3:30pm
• 2^nd shift: 3:30pm – 11:30pm

Compensation/Benefits:

Summit offers a variety of health and benefit programs which include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA plans, Hospital and Accident plans, Life Insurance, PTO, and Paid Holidays. Benefits are effective 1st day of the month following 30 days of hire

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Pay Range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00 hour based on experience.

ITAR Compliance Notice

This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Under ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., "Green Card" holder), asylee, or refugee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants who do not meet this requirement may not be eligible for employment in this position.

Summit Interconnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.