Conformal Coating Operator (Second Shift)

Rocket EMS•Carson City, NV

About The Position

The Conformal Coating Operator operates, monitors, and supports automated and semi-automated conformal coating equipment used to apply protective coatings to printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). The operator ensures accurate and consistent coating in accordance with workmanship standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures, while working with technicians, leads, and quality personnel to maintain production throughput, quality, and process stability. The role includes preparing and handling boards, applying and removing masking materials, monitoring coating quality, and performing routine equipment cleaning and basic preventive maintenance. The operator also handles coating materials and chemicals according to safety and environmental procedures, completes production and inspection documentation, and communicates production status and issues during shift handoffs. The position follows manufacturing instructions, IPC workmanship standards, ESD controls, and applicable safety requirements.

Requirements

Ability to read and follow work instructions, travelers, and process documentation.
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.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience operating manufacturing or automated equipment in an electronics or PCBA environment.
Familiarity with conformal coating processes and materials, including acrylic, silicone, and urethane.
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, confirming orientation, fixturing, and program selection.
Start, stop, and adjust machine parameters as directed by work instructions or process documentation.
Monitor coating application for proper coverage, thickness, and alignment during production runs.
Inspect coating with UV light, magnification, or inspection lamps and identify defects such as skips, bubbles, bridging, overspray, or masking issues.
Escalate quality concerns and recurring defects to leads, supervisors, or process engineering.
Perform minor touch-up or corrective actions when trained and approved.
Apply and remove masking materials according to work instructions.
Prepare boards by verifying cleanliness, masking integrity, and traveler accuracy; assist with demasking and post-coating handling to prevent damage.
Refill coating materials, solvents, and consumables according to safety and handling procedures.
Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance.
Keep coating 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 accurately; record lot information, machine settings when required, and process deviations.
Communicate production status, downtime, and issues during shift handoffs.
Follow manufacturing instructions, IPC workmanship standards, ESD control procedures, chemical safety requirements, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area.