Solderer

Kimball Electronics is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to . All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law.

No Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Roles and Responsibilities

Check foot straps for ESD compliance as needed

Follows ISO process sheet for the operation.

Adheres to all quality and safety guidelines

Participate in performance feedback

Using tweezers, solder extractor, solder iron, hot air pencil and hot air reflow

Must be able to be a precise solderer and be very detailed and meticulous

Will be knowledgeable of rework aids: solder braid, flux, flux-core solder, solder paste isopropyl alcohol

Will keep records in Aegis system, i.e. parts tracking, defect locations and specific issues with the boards

Enters scrap information into Aegis

Performs visual inspection procedures to ensure quality levels at various states of production.

May be required to lift bins of assemblies

Follows ISO process sheet for the operation.

Supports and adheres to our safety, quality and 5S policies and procedures

Communication to respective supervisor

Be able to pull up product documentation in Aegis

Be able to interpret Kimball/customer specifications and requirements per Aegis

Communication of findings/quality issues to production staff/supervisor

Perform NPI 1st Article Inspection activities

Work to meet production and quality department goals

Additional duties as assigned

Essential Job Functions

The specific responsibilities listed above are essential to the role. In addition, there are the following physical, mental, equipment use and working condition requirements for the job:

Sitting 75% or more of the time

Standing 25%-75% of the time

Walking 25%-75% of the time

Lifting up to 25 lbs 75% or more of the time

Carrying up to 10 lbs less than 25% of the time

Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs 25% to 75% of the time

Squatting less than 25% of the time

Bending less than 25% of the time

Kneeling less than 25% of the time

Reaching overhead 75% or more of the time

Reaching at or below shoulder level 75% or more of the time

Twisting 75% or more of the time

Hand function more than 75% of the time

Fine finger manipulation 75% or more of the time

Handling/Gross feeling 75% or more of the time

Operate knobs/levers/cranks 25% to 75% of the time

Turn wrenches/knobs/handles less than 25% of the time

Foot function 25%-75% of the time

Actuate mechanism with feet 25%-75% of the time

Accommodation (focal length change) 75% or more of the time

Field of vision 25%-75% of the time

Far vision less than 25% of the time

Near vision 75% or more of the time

Accurate depth perception 75% of the time

Ability to differentiate colors 75% or more of the time

Ability to perceive spoken voice 75% or more of the time

Ability to hear warning signals over 70dB 75% or more of the time

Ability to hear warning signals over 85dB less than 25% of the time

Comprehensible speech 75% or more of the time

Exposure to dust, mist, fumes 75% or more of the time

Continuous inspection of products/objects/materials, analyzing data, simple planning, simple decision making, understand basic written instruction, comprehend verbal language, communication in standard English

Continuous logic is required to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information, and/or deal with abstract variables

Continuous counting, addition and subtraction and ability to write

Continuous ability to comprehend verbal language, simple verbal sentence and instructions

Occasional ability to comprehend technical and complex information

Continuous conversing in standard English

PPE Required: ESD heel straps, ESD smock, safety glasses/goggles, ESD wrist strap when sititing

Technical

Knowledge of quality procedures

Previous electronic manufacturing experience is a plus

Able to read and follow production processes

Ability to keep department records as needed

Able and willing to cross-train into other production positions which may have different technical or physical requirements

Able to successfully complete position certification course

IPC Standards knowledge

ESD knowledge

Basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Able to understand and follow safety policies

Able to successfully complete solder certification and position certification

Ability to read and understand customer documentation

Organized – promoting good housekeeping efforts

Interpersonal

Able and willing to contribute to team effort

Ability to be flexible with hours and positions

Goal oriented

Self-motivated

Ability to be flexible with hours and positions

Team Player

Open-minded, willing to embrace change

Problem solving skills

Ability to do multiple tasks

Communication

Ability to communicate within the KEI team environment

Ability to communicate with people at various levels within the organization

Good verbal skills

Good listening skills

Leadership

Able and willing to contribute to the success of KEI’s business initiatives i.e. scrap reduction, quality incentive program

Business Skills

Promotes our Mission and Guiding Principles by assisting in meeting expectations to customer, people, citizenship and the success of the company

As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Kimball Electronics is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Kimball Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected.

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