Manufacturing Assembly Technician

Digital Control Inc.•Kent, WA

6d•$53,300 - $58,700•Onsite

About The Position

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service. DCI is looking for Manufacturing Assembly Technicians to join our team at headquarters in Kent, WA. In these roles, you will use your assembly experience and knowledge of electronic devices to help build complex electromechanical products in a high-mix manufacturing environment while upholding the high standards our global customers expect. If you enjoy hands-on work and are passionate about technology, teamwork, and continuous improvement, DCI could be a great fit for you.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent additional experience in a technical field
Three years of proven experience in the electronics and/or electro/mechanical fields
Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to read and understand technical drawings
Effective written/ oral communication
Ability to change direction and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basis
Hands-on aptitude, self-directed and able to work independently

Nice To Haves

A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment, including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes is preferred
Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement experience preferred
Equipment maintenance experience preferred
PCB programming experience preferred

Responsibilities

Consistently perform assembly and initial testing of new products and/or sub-assemblies as quickly as possible while maintaining exemplary quality standards
Assemble and test per established methods, schematics, and procedures
Effectively communicate product and departmental issues between assembly personnel, department leads, manufacturing management and other interested parties
Communicate with other technicians regarding methods and best practices
Communicate with production planning personnel regarding work in process, answer questions and explain problems, solutions and expected completion times
Proactively communicate with other individuals and departments on assembly related issues
Work with all tools necessary for any potential job and possess a high level of expertise on various electronic and mechanical systems
Be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures
Perform a variety of complicated tasks with limited supervision and oversight
Assemble electronic and electro/mechanical equipment, including soldering experience and programming electronic devices
Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical principles
Proficiently use a personal computer to perform job tasks, including Microsoft Windows and Office Suite
Inform appropriate management and technicians of potential product problems and suggests corrective actions
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Maintain company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment
Report product and process improvement suggestions to manufacturing engineering
Ensure yourself and everyone that works in or visits the Assembly Shop follows appropriate personal safety and ESD prevention protocols
Work independently as well as with a team
Possess a high sense of integrity and confidentiality, will be required to maintain confidential product and trade secrets information

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus paid after 30 days of successful employment.
Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs)
Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company
Professional development
401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately)
22 days PTO
Parental leave
Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave
11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year)
Competitive base pay
Discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses
Monthly catered lunches
Fully stocked snack area
Sporting tickets
Wellness competitions