Have you enjoyed working in electronics manufacturing? Samtec is seeking a MACHINE OPERATOR (Shielding) with some manufacturing experience. Pay is $22/hr to start and training is provided. This position is located in our Wilsonville, OR cable plant. Shifts are set schedules 12 hours, 3 days per week with full benefits. Current openings are on Night Shift, 5pm-5am (Sun-Tues, and Wed-Fri). Night shift includes $0.75 differential per hour.
The associate may train on a different shift/schedule for a month prior to transferring to the regular schedule. Flexibility is important. On the job training provided, annual bonus, with a people-centric culture. Great benefits! 5% 401(k) match AND 7% 401(k) profit sharing contribution, paid Holidays, Vacation/PTO, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Tuition Assistance for engineering degrees and so much more!
Samtec has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as a Top 15 Best US Workplaces for Manufacturing and Production and is rated as a service leader in the Electronic Interconnect industry. We are looking for a person who enjoys using their hands, solving problems, and learning new things to operate equipment and tooling.

Required Experience

• Good computer entry skills with attention to detail.
• Good manual dexterity.

Preferred Experience

• Ability to read and understand job specifications, schematics, shop orders, read prints, operating instructions, perform basic math calculations, basic statistics interpretation, identify basic functional problems, take corrective action, and interface with supervisors and engineers to solve problems.
• Experience with cable manufacturing processes is a plus.

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical degree or certificate is a plus

Physical Requirements - Shielding

• Able to stand and walk for 12 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities - Shielding

• Set up and run shielding jobs for customer orders.
• Maintain a high level of quality and on-time delivery standards.
• Manage job inventory per established methods and procedures.
• Follow the approved processes related to:
  • Tooling
  • Process Sheets
  • Prints
  • Work Instructions
  • Shop Order packet
  • Other special instructions
• Complete and maintain any required paperwork.
• Trouble shoot quality problems.
• Identify machine issues and enter auto-tech.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (tools and tooling in designated bin), floor swept, and garbage emptied.

*The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.