Electronics Assembler 3 - TX

TDK-Lambda Americas•Plano, TX

4d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

TDK-Lambda Americas is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Level 3 Electronics Assembler to build, prepare, and inspect complex electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies for high-reliability power supplies and related power-conversion systems. The senior assembler reads work orders, production drawings, schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to produce printed circuit board assemblies, wiring harnesses, subassemblies, and finished products. The role operates specialized production equipment, performs advanced soldering and mechanical assembly, conducts quality inspections, leads team discussions, and mentors and trains team members while maintaining high safety and workmanship standards. The role works in a manufacturing plant or production facility and involves frequent work at assembly benches and production equipment. Physical duties include standing and walking, sitting, fine hand and finger work, reaching, and periodically kneeling or crouching; lifting up to 50 pounds may be required. The work environment includes proximity to moving mechanical parts, occasional soldering or cleaning fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise. Fume extractors are provided. The anticipated wage range is $18.00–$22.00 per hour. Benefits for eligible employees may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off and holidays; educational assistance and tuition reimbursement; recognition and service awards; performance-based awards; and training and career development opportunities. Benefit terms and eligibility may apply. TDK-Lambda Americas is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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.
IPC J-STD-001 Modules 1–4 certification or equivalent if performing hand assembly, rework, or check-solder of SMT.
Strong working knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship and acceptance criteria.
Ability to read and interpret BOMs, assembly drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions.
Ability to identify components accurately using 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, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), plus basic system troubleshooting ability.
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 and accuracy, ability to identify defects and troubleshoot assembly issues, and effective collaboration and communication with peers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to prioritize work, organize materials and traveler packets, follow safety and ESD practices, maintain 5S standards, and demonstrate dependable and punctual attendance.

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 together to specified torque and engineering requirements.
Maintain Torque Logs and ISO quality records.
Solder and assemble printed circuit board assemblies with through-hole and surface-mount components using advanced soldering techniques.
Set up, operate, program, and perform basic preventive maintenance on SMT/PCB equipment, including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, wave and selective solder systems, 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 according 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 BOMs, engineering assembly drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions.
Use ERP systems and manufacturing computers to verify BOMs, track inventory, log production data, and access work instructions and programs.
Perform quality self-checks and peer reviews for 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, and 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 needed, including packing, palletizing, strapping, labeling, staging received goods, cycle counts, and inventory audits.
Maintain clean and safe work areas in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards, including material breakdown and recycling.
Follow safety protocols and company policies, and perform other related duties as assigned.