Conformal Coating Operator (Second Shift)

Rocket EMS•Carson City, NV

10d•$20 - $24

About The Position

The Conformal Coating Operator operates, monitors, and supports automated and semi-automated equipment that applies protective coatings to printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). The role ensures coating is applied accurately and consistently in accordance with workmanship standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures, while supporting production throughput, quality, and process stability in coordination with technicians, leads, and quality personnel. The operator prepares boards and masking materials, loads and unloads assemblies, selects programs and fixtures, monitors coating quality, performs inspections, and supports approved touch-up or corrective actions. The role also involves handling coating materials and chemicals, routine equipment cleaning and basic preventive maintenance, accurate production documentation, shift handoffs, and compliance with manufacturing, safety, environmental, and ESD requirements. This is an 8-hour Monday–Friday shift. Overtime and weekend availability may be needed. The stated pay range is $20–$24 USD. Due to the nature of Rocket EMS’s work, access to export-controlled technical data or technology may be required; the successful candidate must be eligible under applicable U.S. export-control laws or for any required government authorization.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and process discipline.
Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
Clear communication skills and willingness to escalate issues.
Dependable, safety-conscious, and quality-focused.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Fine-motor coordination for handling PCBAs and masking materials.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as required.
Eligibility to access export-controlled information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or eligibility for any required government authorization.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating manufacturing or automated equipment in an electronics or PCBA environment.
Familiarity with conformal coating processes and materials, including acrylic, silicone, or urethane.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, travelers, and process documentation.
Basic understanding of IPC-A-610 standards or willingness to obtain certification.
Comfort working with UV inspection tools and precision equipment.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor conformal coating equipment, including selective spray, automated systems, and manual-assisted processes.
Load and unload PCBAs, ensuring correct orientation, fixturing, and program selection.
Start, stop, and adjust machine parameters as directed by work instructions or process documentation.
Monitor coating coverage, thickness, and alignment during production runs.
Inspect coating in process using UV light, magnification, or inspection lamps.
Identify coating defects such as skips, bubbles, bridging, overspray, and masking issues; escalate quality concerns or recurring defects.
Support minor touch-up or corrective actions when trained and approved.
Apply and remove masking materials according to work instructions; verify board cleanliness, masking integrity, and traveler accuracy.
Assist with demasking and post-coating handling to prevent damage to coated assemblies.
Refill coating materials, solvents, and consumables according to safety and handling procedures.
Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance; keep equipment, fixtures, and workstations clean and organized.
Label, store, and handle chemicals in accordance with safety and environmental requirements.
Complete travelers, production logs, and inspection checklists; record lot information, machine settings as required, and process deviations.
Communicate production status, downtime, and issues during shift handoffs.
Follow manufacturing instructions, IPC workmanship standards, ESD procedures, chemical safety requirements, PPE rules, and environmental regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area.