Electronics Assembler - Aviation Manufacturing (11:15 pm - 7:15 am)

Garmin International, Inc.•Olathe, KS

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Garmin is seeking a full-time Electronics Assembler at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role assembles electronic components, subassemblies, and systems and tests their electronic function using test equipment and procedures. The position is scheduled from 11:15 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. The assembler follows shop orders, production work instructions, sample assemblies, and verbal instructions; uses hand tools, power tools, and machinery to assemble parts; installs components and finished assemblies; performs intermediate assembly and bonding tasks; and conducts product tests. The role also includes training other Garmin associates, performing operator-level preventive maintenance, complying with Department of Transportation requirements, and maintaining work-area cleanliness. Garmin-provided static-dissipative footwear must be worn throughout the shift to help minimize electrostatic discharge.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Demonstrated verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills for respectful work-related communication with peers and associates in other departments, including through electronic mail systems.
High degree of dexterity and eye coordination to manipulate buttons, switches, hand tools, and knobs on delicate equipment, products, and parts.
Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for associates operating machinery.
Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 30 pounds using safe lifting techniques; stand for an entire shift; and walk long distances throughout the facility.
Ability to sit, stand, look down, bend, twist, and use hand dexterity for up to 10 hours.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of assembly experience.
Soldering skills; a soldering certificate is desirable.
Previous manufacturing experience installing Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-hole Technology (THT) components.
Previous knowledge or use of IPC-610, Acceptance of Electronic Assemblies, workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

Read shop orders, follow production work instructions and sample assemblies, and receive verbal instructions about duties.
Train other Garmin associates on task requirements and processes.
Position and align parts in specified relationships using jigs, fixtures, or other holding devices, and secure parts using machines or hand and power tools.
Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on machines according to Garmin requirements.
Mount assembled components, including transformers, resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets, on chassis, panels, or printed circuit boards.
Connect component lead wires to printed circuits or routes and connect wires between components, connectors, terminals, and contact points using soldering, welding, thermocompression, or related bonding procedures.
Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets.
Assemble and attach functional and cosmetic hardware, such as caps, clamps, and knobs, using hand and power tools.
Perform intermediate assembly tasks such as potting, encapsulating, cleaning, coating, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, and color-coding parts and assemblies.
Operate machines that press or shape component parts and automatic assembly equipment that joins components or parts; perform operator-level preventive maintenance.
Operate standard test equipment and conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests on products.
Comply with Department of Transportation requirements and cleanliness-zone requirements, including wearing Garmin-provided static-dissipative footwear throughout the shift.
Maintain acceptable organization and cleanliness in the work area.