{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c1011ea50309c32729eb5921","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c1011ea50309c32729eb5921","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c1011ea50309c32729eb5921","title":"3rd OPS Operator","description":"Third Operations Operator\nPosition Summary\nThe Third Operations Operator supports post-production processing in a PCBA manufacturing environment. This role performs hands-on mechanical and finishing operations after SMT, through-hole, coating, and test processes are complete. The operator will work on depaneling, press-fit operations, mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and other value-added production steps required before final inspection and shipment.\nThis position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, and comfort working with printed circuit board assemblies, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform depaneling of printed circuit board assemblies using approved tools, fixtures, or equipment.\nComplete press-fit operations according to work instructions, drawings, and process requirements.\nPerform mechanical assembly tasks including hardware installation, brackets, shields, fasteners, labels, and other customer-specific requirements.\nInspect boards and assemblies for workmanship issues during post-production operations.\nFollow production travelers, assembly drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.\nUse hand tools, torque tools, presses, fixtures, and basic production equipment safely and correctly.\nHandle PCBAs using proper ESD practices at all times.\nIdentify and report defects, missing parts, damaged boards, or process concerns to the lead, supervisor, or quality team.\nMaintain accurate production counts and scan work orders through the appropriate system steps.\nKeep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S and safety requirements.\nSupport other post-production areas as needed, including touch-up support, final assembly prep, rework support, masking removal, cleaning, or packout preparation.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nPrevious experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA assembly, mechanical assembly, or related production work preferred.\nAbility to read and follow written work instructions, travelers, and assembly drawings.\nComfortable using basic hand tools, presses, fixtures, and measuring tools.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects.\nAbility to work with small parts and delicate electronic assemblies.\nBasic computer skills for scanning, labor tracking, and production transactions.\nMust be dependable, quality-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nAbility to follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods.\nAbility to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.\nGood hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.\nAbility to perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy.\nPreferred Experience\nPCBA or electronics manufacturing experience.\nExperience with depaneling, press-fit equipment, mechanical assembly, or final assembly operations.\nFamiliarity with IPC workmanship standards.\nExperience working in an ESD-controlled environment.\nWork Environment\nThis position works on the production floor of a PCBA manufacturing facility. The role supports post-production operations and may interact with production, quality, engineering, rework, and final inspection teams.\n\nRocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. 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This role performs hands-on mechanical and finishing operations after SMT, through-hole, coating, and test processes are complete. The operator will work on depaneling, press-fit operations, mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and other value-added production steps required before final inspection and shipment.\nThis position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, and comfort working with printed circuit board assemblies, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform depaneling of printed circuit board assemblies using approved tools, fixtures, or equipment.\nComplete press-fit operations according to work instructions, drawings, and process requirements.\nPerform mechanical assembly tasks including hardware installation, brackets, shields, fasteners, labels, and other customer-specific requirements.\nInspect boards and assemblies for workmanship issues during post-production operations.\nFollow production travelers, assembly drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.\nUse hand tools, torque tools, presses, fixtures, and basic production equipment safely and correctly.\nHandle PCBAs using proper ESD practices at all times.\nIdentify and report defects, missing parts, damaged boards, or process concerns to the lead, supervisor, or quality team.\nMaintain accurate production counts and scan work orders through the appropriate system steps.\nKeep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S and safety requirements.\nSupport other post-production areas as needed, including touch-up support, final assembly prep, rework support, masking removal, cleaning, or packout preparation.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nPrevious experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA assembly, mechanical assembly, or related production work preferred.\nAbility to read and follow written work instructions, travelers, and assembly drawings.\nComfortable using basic hand tools, presses, fixtures, and measuring tools.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects.\nAbility to work with small parts and delicate electronic assemblies.\nBasic computer skills for scanning, labor tracking, and production transactions.\nMust be dependable, quality-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nAbility to follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods.\nAbility to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.\nGood hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.\nAbility to perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy.\nPreferred Experience\nPCBA or electronics manufacturing experience.\nExperience with depaneling, press-fit equipment, mechanical assembly, or final assembly operations.\nFamiliarity with IPC workmanship standards.\nExperience working in an ESD-controlled environment.\nWork Environment\nThis position works on the production floor of a PCBA manufacturing facility. The role supports post-production operations and may interact with production, quality, engineering, rework, and final inspection teams.\n\nRocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. 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