Electronics Assembler 3 - TX

TDK-Lambda Americas • Plano, TX

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About The Position

TDK-Lambda Americas is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented senior Electronics Assembler to build, prepare, and inspect complex electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies for high-reliability power supplies and related power-conversion systems. The role involves reading work orders, production drawings, schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and manufacturing instructions to produce printed circuit board assemblies, wiring harnesses, subassemblies, and finished products. The assembler operates specialized production equipment, performs advanced soldering and mechanical assembly, conducts quality inspections, participates in and facilitates team discussions, and mentors and trains team members while upholding safety, workmanship, and ISO quality standards.

The position also supports shipping, receiving, and inventory activities when needed and requires maintaining an orderly, safe production work area. It is based in a manufacturing plant or production facility, with frequent bench-level assembly and movement between workstations and equipment. The role has close visual and fine-dexterity demands, and may involve working near moving machinery and occasional exposure to soldering or cleaning fumes; exhaust and fume extractors are provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six to ten years of related electronic or electro-mechanical assembly experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• IPC J-STD-001 Modules 1–3 certification or equivalent; Modules 1–4 certification or equivalent is required when performing hand assembly, rework, or SMT check-solder.
• Strong working knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to read and interpret BOMs, assembly drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions, and identify components accurately according to BOM specifications and visual markings.
• Advanced hand-soldering skills for through-hole and surface-mount components.
• Experience setting up and operating automated assembly equipment such as pick-and-place, wave or selective solder, reflow oven, AOI, or CNC machinery.
• Intermediate computer proficiency, including experience with ERP/MRP systems, intranet portals, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), and basic system troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to follow detailed written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions and resolve practical problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance with IPC quality standards, including proactively detecting defects and errors.
• Ability to identify production and assembly discrepancies, troubleshoot mechanical or soldering issues, and collaborate on solutions.
• Ability to balance individual and team duties, facilitate team meetings, and mentor and train others.
• Clear oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read and accurately write instructions, correspondence, and technical logs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage assembly build times, and keep materials and traveler packets organized.
• Commitment to safe work habits, PPE compliance, ESD precautions, and consistent 5S workstation upkeep.
• Dependability, punctuality, consistent attendance, and ability to respond positively to direction and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including extended standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and fine-dexterity work; occasional kneeling or crouching; and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform close and very close visual work, distinguish colors, perceive depth, and adjust focus for component identification, soldering, and precision alignment.

Nice To Haves

• No preferred qualifications are explicitly identified; ongoing training and career development opportunities are mentioned.

Responsibilities

• Build complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies using hand tools, torque tools, and specialized production tooling.
• Crimp, heat-stake, rivet, cement, press, bolt, or screw assemblies to specified torque and engineering requirements; maintain Torque Logs and ISO quality records.
• Solder and assemble printed circuit board assemblies using through-hole and surface-mount components and advanced soldering techniques.
• Set up, operate, program, and perform basic preventive maintenance on SMT/PCB production equipment, including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, wave and selective solder equipment, reflow ovens, component staging/insertion equipment, and AOI machines.
• Set up, maintain, and perform basic preventive maintenance on CNC production machinery.
• Tin wires using solder pots; inspect assemblies for solder quality and component placement to IPC-A-610 standards and perform precision rework as needed.
• Build cables, jumpers, ribbon cables, and wire harnesses; create, lay out, and maintain cable wiring boards.
• Assemble accessory bags and paperwork traveler packs.
• Interpret and follow BOMs, engineering assembly drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions.
• Use company ERP systems and manufacturing computers to verify BOMs, track inventory, record production data, and access instructions and programs.
• Perform quality self-checks and peer reviews of workmanship, component values, orientation, and assembly accuracy.
• Identify parts shortages, prepare rejection documentation, and route nonconforming materials through Material Review Board procedures.
• Generate and process Engineering Change Orders and engineering deviations; provide Design for Manufacturing feedback to engineering.
• Participate in and facilitate team meetings, and communicate production issues and status across shifts.
• Train, guide, and mentor junior assemblers in manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks as required, including packing, palletizing, strapping, labeling, staging received goods, cycle counts, and inventory audits.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas in accordance with 5S and company housekeeping standards, including material breakdown and recycling.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays and any legally required sick and safe leave.
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Service awards.
• Performance-based awards.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED