Production Operator V - Solder

Plexus•Neenah, WI

About The Position

The Production Operator V - Solder supports advanced, high-complexity manufacturing to meet customer deadlines. The role requires strong knowledge of factory guidelines and the ability to take ownership of a job function. The operator brings advanced specialized expertise developed through job-related training and considerable work experience, and may act as a lead by coordinating and facilitating others’ work. This is not a supervisory role and does not include responsibility for team members’ performance evaluations. The operator works with production tools, equipment, and processes, following instructions and drawing on experience when instructions are limited or unavailable. The role supports accurate production records, quality standards, continuous improvement, training, and timely completion of assignments. The position requires the physical abilities described in the posting, including sitting and/or standing for a shift, reaching, lifting, using fine motor skills and occasionally hand tools, and frequently pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and/or stooping.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED is preferred.
Seven years of related experience in electronics production or manufacturing is preferred.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to adapt to change and work independently as well as in a cross-functional team environment.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to learn and comfortably complete different tasks frequently.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrate initiative.
Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of a shift; frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head; carry up to 4.5 kg (15 lbs) and lift up to 20.4 kg (45 lbs); use fine motor skills and occasionally use hand tools; and frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop.
Ability to meet visual acuity requirements defined by industry certifications and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Operate tools, equipment, and processes according to provided instructions and experience, including when instructions are limited or unavailable.
Assist in creating instructions when none are available.
Follow standard work, quality policies, and customer specifications; monitor personal work to ensure quality standards and communicate or escalate issues to supervisors as needed.
Maintain accurate timekeeping, records, labor tracking, inventory control, process documentation, scrap records, and quality records.
Support improvement initiatives and actively improve workplace safety, cleanliness, product quality, and efficiency, including generating innovative solutions to complex problems.
Keep certifications and training current, complete assignments on time without compromising quality, and manage workload and tasks effectively.
Train others on tasks when assigned.
May coordinate and facilitate the work of others as a lead.