Machine Operator General

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Prep the line for production.
• Monitor production runs to insure acceptable quality levels.

• Support the line including feeder setup and verification.
• Will operate SMT screen printer.
• 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
• Places units in cycle oven
• Receives materials from stockroom and verifies the correct materials.
• Loads reels into the machine per the product being produced.
• Loads programs into the machine per the product being produced.
• Assist in machine change-over
• Will assist in maintaining department records and reports
• Need to develop good understanding of department processes
• Assure correct placement of all components through periodic visual inspection
• Log defects and errors into the traceability system
• Assure that non-conforming material is dispositioned appropriately
• Communicate equipment or program issues to engineering and maintenance support in the event that they cannot be resolved at the operator level
• 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 less than 25%
• Standing 75% or more of the time

• Walking 75% or more of the time

• Lifting up to 25 lbs 25%-75% of the time
• Carrying up to 25 lbs less than 25% of the time
• Pushing/Pulling up to 100 lbs less than 25% to 75% of the time

• Squatting 25%-75% of the time
• Twisting less than 25% of the time
• Bending less than 25% of the time
• Kneeling 25%-75% of the time

• Reaching at/below shoulder level 25%-75% of the time

• Hand function 75% or more of the time
• Fine finger manipulation less than 25% of the time
• Operate knobs/levers/cranks less than 25% of the time
• Turn wrenches/valves/handles less than 25% of the time
• Accommodation (focal length change) less than 25% of the time
• Field of vision (peripheral vision) 75% or more of the time
• Near vision 75% or more of the time
• Far vision 75% or more of the time
• Accurate depth perception 75% or more of the time
• Ability to perceive spoken voice 75% or more of the time
• Comprehensible speech 75% or more of the time

• Frequent ability to hear warning signals over 70dB

• Continuous exposure to moving mechanical parts hazard

• Continuous inspection of products/objects/materials
• Frequent data analysis, simple decision making, problem solving, basic counting/addition/subtraction
• Frequent ability to comprehend written language for basic instruction/safety rules, technical/professional materials, the ability to write/edit reports, the ability to comprehend verbal sentences/instructions and technical/complex information, verbal communication in English
• PPE Required: ESD smock, ESD heel straps, safety glasses/goggles, wrist strap when sitting

Technical

• Knowledge of quality procedures
• Knowledge of safety policy
• Previous SMT machine operation experience preferred
• Ability to keep department records as needed
• Able to read blueprints and sketches
• Knowledge of material tolerances
• Computer skills
• Ability to be precise and detailed in work
• Able to successfully complete position certification course
• Able to read and follow production processes to complete the duties as called out on the visual work instructions, as well as those assigned by your leadership team
• Able and willing to cross-train into other production positions which may have different technical or physical requirements
• Knowledge of Pyrmax 125
• Knowledge of SMT components and Polarity
• Ability to use basic Hand tools
• Knowledge of SMT machinery ( Dek Horizion 03ix, Kohyoung aspire2, Kohyoung zenith, Siemens Siplace, Cimtrak, Nordson Yestech)

Interpersonal

• Able and willing to contribute to team effort
• Ability to be flexible with hours and positions
• Organized – promoting good housekeeping efforts

Communication

• Ability to communicate within the KEI team environment
• Good verbal and 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

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).