Electronics Assembler (VA)

OUR COMPANY

As a manufacturing firm, ACDi's biggest differentiator is our people.  We're here to do more than simply build "widgets".  Our people offer solutions to challenging design and product development issues and are passionate about hitting customer delivery schedules and exceeding expectations.  We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics design, engineering, and manufacturing process. What we do day-in and day-out has a lasting, meaningful impact across many industries and in the lives of everyday people. At ACDi we create a seismic measuring system that prevents people from getting stuck in elevators during an earthquake; we defend our nation by helping to build gun turrets for tanks, communication systems for troops, and military avionics; we support NASA programs with communications systems that converse with launched vehicles. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics manufacturing process, because these projects help keep our country and people around the world safe, secure, and free. At ACDi, we’re more than just a contract manufacturer.

POSITION SUMMARY

Perform a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic, mechanical, cable, and sub-assemblies using manual techniques, ensuring that each component is placed accurately and securely in accordance with design specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assemble and wire various electro-mechanical units.
• Use small hand tools (including but not limited to; screwdriver, tweezers, pliers, etc.) to complete box builds, cable/wire assembles and PCB assemblies.
• Assemble cable products by connecting wires and components accurately and efficiently
• Use hand tools and equipment, such as wire strippers and crimpers, with precision and care
• Perform transactions in an ERP system, Epicor, and PC to complete shop move logs, locate and review work instructions and standard operating procedures, and clock in and out of work orders.
• Use bill-of-materials (BOM) and assembly drawings to complete box builds, cable/wire assembles and PCB assemblies.
• May conduct continuity checks on work in process as well as completed work.
• May assist in the packing, boxing or bagging of the finished product.
• Assist with duties such as setting up jobs, prepping components, breaking down job set ups, etc.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned. 

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• 1-2 years’ related assembly experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Technical certification in electronics or related field is preferred

REQUIRED/PREFERRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of standard electronic parts and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of customer change notice (CCN) documents and their applications
• Ability to use various types of drivers, wrenches, torques, crimping tools, screw drivers, wire cutters, etc.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of fasteners such as fine thread, cross thread, panhead, flat head, Phillips head, etc.
• Ability to read and work from rough schematics, assembly drawings and verbal instructions to build developmental assemblies, subassemblies and components
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity skills

BENEFITS

• Five (5) weeks PTO per year
• Eight (8) paid holidays per year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage (first of the month following hire date)
• HSA & FSA Plans (with HSA employer contribution)
• Company-paid life insurance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use of vision.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee frequently is required to walk and sit; occasionally required to stand.  Employee must have use of hands and arms to reach overhead, finger, handle or feel.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to hazards (chemical, mechanical and/or radiant energy).  Employee will be required to wear protective equipment such as lab coat and heel straps. All of the work will be performed indoors.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may rarely be asked to travel on business.

ACDi is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by the law.