Process Technician at Rocket EMS

<p>&nbsp;</p> <h1>Process Technician</h1> <h2>About the Role</h2> <p>As a <strong>Process Technician at Rocket EMS</strong>, you will support and improve manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, efficient, and repeatable printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) production. You’ll work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to monitor processes, troubleshoot production issues, and implement improvements.</p> <p>This role requires technical aptitude, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow and interpret manufacturing documentation. Candidates may qualify through a relevant technical degree, manufacturing experience, or a combination of education and experience. Prior electronics manufacturing experience is preferred.</p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <ul> <li>Review and interpret manufacturing process instructions (MPIs), engineering change orders (ECOs), deviations, assembly drawings, and customer specifications before production.</li> <li>Set up, monitor, and adjust SMT, through-hole, and supporting manufacturing processes under engineering guidance to meet applicable IPC standards and customer requirements.</li> <li>Assist with first article verification and new-build validation before production release.</li> <li>Troubleshoot process-related issues involving solder paste printing, component placement, reflow, wave soldering, selective soldering, and related assembly operations.</li> <li>Support engineers with process development, validation, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.</li> <li>Collect and analyze process data to identify trends, investigate root causes, and recommend improvements.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with electrostatic discharge (ESD), moisture-sensitive device (MSD), safety, and housekeeping requirements.</li> <li>Train and mentor operators on approved work instructions, process requirements, and best practices.</li> <li>Document process issues and approved changes, prepare shift pass-downs, and escalate unresolved concerns to engineering or quality management.</li> <li>Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on improving yield, consistency, throughput, and manufacturing efficiency.</li> <li><span data-teams="true">Support the setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting of polymerics processes, including conformal coating, staking, encapsulation, and underfill, in accordance with approved work instructions and customer requirements.</span></li> </ul> <h2>Required Qualifications</h2> <h3>Education and Experience</h3> <p>Candidates must meet <strong>at least one</strong> of the following:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in engineering, manufacturing technology, electronics, industrial technology, or a related technical field.</li> <li><strong>Associate’s degree</strong> in a related technical field <strong>plus 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing role</strong>.</li> <li><strong>High school diploma or equivalent plus 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing role</strong>.</li> </ul> <p>Qualifying manufacturing experience may come from electronics or other manufacturing industries, including production, assembly, equipment operation, maintenance, quality inspection, or process support.</p> <h3>Skills and Abilities</h3> <ul> <li>Strong technical aptitude and a systematic approach to troubleshooting equipment or manufacturing process issues.</li> <li>Ability to read and interpret work instructions, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.</li> <li>Basic computer proficiency, including spreadsheets, data entry, and maintaining accurate records.</li> <li>Ability to collect and review production data, perform basic calculations, and identify trends or inconsistencies.</li> <li>Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across production, quality, and engineering.</li> <li>Attention to detail and the ability to recognize, document, and communicate process deviations.</li> <li>Ability and willingness to learn PCB assembly processes, IPC workmanship requirements, and applicable ESD and MSD practices.</li> </ul> <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li><strong>2+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing or process support within a contract manufacturing environment.</strong></li> <li><strong>Familiarity with SMT, through-hole, reflow, and soldering processes.</strong></li> <li>Knowledge of PCB assembly workmanship requirements, including IPC Class 2 and Class 3.</li> <li>IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification.</li> <li>Experience interpreting bills of materials (BOMs), PCB assembly drawings, and customer specifications.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with soldering, inspection, or electronics assembly equipment.</li> <li>Experience supporting root cause analysis, process improvement, or NPI activities.</li> </ul> <h2>Benefits</h2> <ul> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>Career growth opportunities in advanced electronics manufacturing</li> </ul> <h2>Schedule</h2> <ul> <li>8-hour shift, Monday–Friday</li> <li>Overtime and weekends as needed</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$25</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$30 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR/EAR Compliance:</strong> Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.</p> <p>Rocket 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. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.<br>#zr</p></div>