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Summary

The ideal candidate will be a confident and highly organized self-starter with some applications knowledge, communication and technical problem-solving skills to ensure execution of our quality standards and customer on time delivery metrics.

Primary Responsibilities

Able to read, understand, and adhere to work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings
Usage of hand tools properly and safely
Mechanical assembly of product within acceptable quality and output levels
Soldering of cables, wires and through hole devices within acceptable quality limits
Inspect product and properly identify non-conformances
Properly operate pass/fail test equipment (ALTF, PD Test, etc.)
By working with the Team Lead your able to identify potential root causes for issues identified in the assembly process
Cross train other employees
Able to suggest and help implement process improvement activities
Helps lead 5S initiatives and daily cycle counts
Understand and interpret test results/plots, and basic failure modes
Can perform rework when required
Cleanliness and workstation clean up through 5S standards
Preferred: IPC solder requirements verified (Consistently meet IPC requirements; tested per IPC610 requirements)
Preferred: IPC Solder certified (designated sections of J-STD 001)

General Tasks

Maintain strict compliance with the quality, environmental and occupational health and safety regulations and implementation of the instructions of the quality, environmental management and/or occupational health and safety officer.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

Ability to multitask and willingness to learn different assembly requirements
Previous experience with opto-electronics and PCB commodities,
Working experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma environments
Familiar and knowledgeable with QMS standards (ie: ISO 9001)
Team player with strong computer, written, verbal and skills
Basic knowledge and practice of ESD and 5S principles
Safety and chemical awareness

Travel Requirements

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting to 50 pounds,
Standing long periods of time

The salary for this role will range from $22 to $26 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc.

Novanta supports all aspects of your life’s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.

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