Electronics Assembler- 1st & 2nd Shift (Soldering Required) (Open) — Lynnwood, WA

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Electronic Assembler at our Lynnwood, WA location.

Hours:

1st Shift: Monday- Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm

About Crane:

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Electronics Assembler works under supervisor performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Electronics Assembler communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection.

Essential Functions:

• Perform assigned assembly tasks
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within 4-7 area processes
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
• Train and mentor new employees and other team members in new processes, procedures and Crane tools
• Prioritize daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are working in
• Discuss and problem solve quality issues with Manufacturing Engineers, the Quality group, and leadership
• Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues. and First Article Inspection’s (FAIs) at “In process/End Item” as well as other assorted assembly functions
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions
• Complete job-related company training courses
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Support engineering related builds
• Hold a current IPC Solder Rework Certification
• Repair and Rework defective or returned assemblies
• Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately and close work orders
• Assist in determining the sequence of operations and installation requirements from drawings and oral instructions
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits
• Perform inventory cycle counts
• May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 1+ year of soldering experiences on SMT/through-hole components in Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) manufacturing process
• Rework/Reflow on both through-hole and surface-mount components (Remove components and solder components by hand)
• In-process inspection and Final Inspection on CCA's
• Being able to read and understand drawings & schematics, strictly following documented work instructions in the process
• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Proficient in operating software tools (ie. Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, Excel)
• Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• J-STD/IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Reflow/Repair Certifications
• Ability to coach and mentor
• Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

•Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task •Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task •Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds •Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds •Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses •Workspace: assembly cell

Top Benefits:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

Salary range:

Level II: $22.26 - $27.45

Level III: $25.41 - $32.55

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.