Conformal Coat Operator 1

Celestica•Maple Grove, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Hand-spray and operate PVA equipment to apply conformal or silicone coatings to electronic assemblies. Mask, tape, coat, inspect, touch up, and pot assemblies according to blueprints, process sheets, and work instructions. This role is performed in a manufacturing environment and requires working with chemicals and wearing a respirator for hand spraying. The operator works with minimum supervision and does not direct the work of others.

Requirements

One to two years of similar manufacturing experience.
High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read a ruler and related inspection equipment as needed for first-article approval.
Must pass IPC-610 certification.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and read blueprints and process sheets.
Must receive and pass an annual respiratory medical evaluation, respirator fit test, and training to wear a respirator and perform the job duties.
Must pass pre-hire and biennial visual exams confirming 20/20 visual acuity, with or without glasses, and a standard color-vision exam.
Ability to perform prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand-eye coordination, sustain visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies, and handle materials; duties may include lifting objects.

Responsibilities

Obtain the tools and materials required for assigned tasks.
Mask parts to dimensions specified on blueprints and process sheets.
Mix conformal-coat or silicone material according to work instructions, then hand-spray parts or load and operate the PVA machine.
Wear a respirator and follow safety regulations when hand spraying.
Pull tape, bake parts, and use a black light to inspect them after processing.
Touch up coatings and review work to ensure requirements are met.
Apply coating by hand to flex assemblies.
Perform potting processes using Asymtec equipment.
Communicate with leads, supervisors, engineers, quality personnel, and others about assignment priorities and machining or quality issues.
Follow preventive-maintenance requirements for conformal-coat, silicone-room, and potting equipment.
Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized; promptly report unsafe equipment or conditions.
Use company equipment carefully and assist coworkers as needed to meet work-unit goals.
Perform other duties as required and work in other manufacturing areas or departments as workload dictates.