3rd OPS Operator

Rocket EMS•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Third Operations Operator supports post-production processing in a PCBA manufacturing environment. This role performs hands-on mechanical and finishing operations after SMT, through-hole, coating, and test processes are complete. The operator will work on depaneling, press-fit operations, mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and other value-added production steps required before final inspection and shipment. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, and comfort working with printed circuit board assemblies, hand tools, fixtures, and production equipment.

Requirements

Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA assembly, mechanical assembly, or related production work preferred.
Ability to read and follow written work instructions, travelers, and assembly drawings.
Comfortable using basic hand tools, presses, fixtures, and measuring tools.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects.
Ability to work with small parts and delicate electronic assemblies.
Basic computer skills for scanning, labor tracking, and production transactions.
Must be dependable, quality-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures.

Nice To Haves

PCBA or electronics manufacturing experience.
Experience with depaneling, press-fit equipment, mechanical assembly, or final assembly operations.
Familiarity with IPC workmanship standards.
Experience working in an ESD-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Perform depaneling of printed circuit board assemblies using approved tools, fixtures, or equipment.
Complete press-fit operations according to work instructions, drawings, and process requirements.
Perform mechanical assembly tasks including hardware installation, brackets, shields, fasteners, labels, and other customer-specific requirements.
Inspect boards and assemblies for workmanship issues during post-production operations.
Follow production travelers, assembly drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Use hand tools, torque tools, presses, fixtures, and basic production equipment safely and correctly.
Handle PCBAs using proper ESD practices at all times.
Identify and report defects, missing parts, damaged boards, or process concerns to the lead, supervisor, or quality team.
Maintain accurate production counts and scan work orders through the appropriate system steps.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S and safety requirements.
Support other post-production areas as needed, including touch-up support, final assembly prep, rework support, masking removal, cleaning, or packout preparation.