PCB Assembler

Miller® is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health.

We’re about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture and marine applications.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Job Description

A Printed Circuit Board Assembler is responsible for assembling printed circuit boards by rotating through multiple work areas. These work areas will include but are not limited to Heat sink, Pre-assembly, Kitting, Prep, setup/Tear-down, Slide Line, and Final. The individual must be a self-starter, a team player, and be quality conscious with concern for the customer's needs and on-time delivery. This person will also be responsible for training others.

Essential Functions:

Assemble circuit boards according to the layout drawing, bills of material, and manufacturing documentation using work instructions to meet IPC-A-610 Class 2 standards

• Inspect circuit boards to ensure IPC-A-610 Class 2 standards are met
• Use computers, small hand, and torque tools, scales, calculators, and rulers
• Provide adequate coverage to PCB assembly areas including but not limited to Heat sink, Pre-assembly, Kitting, Prep, Set-up/Tear-down, Slide Line, and Final
• Repetitive, fast-paced, and accurate hand insertion of electronic components into PCBs
• Communicate effectively with co-workers in a team environment
• Prioritize workload to meet daily and weekly production goals
• Ensure that the assigned area is organized
• Follow company policies and rules regarding ESD, quality, and safety

• Physical Demands:
• Constant use of fine finger dexterity, neck flexion and reaching
• Frequently required to use both hands to hold circuit boards, bins, tools, and components
• Frequently lift, push, or pull 11-25lbs and occasionally lift, push, or pull 26-50lbs
•  Occasional bending at knees and waist
• Close vision, midrange vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and balance are requirements of this position
• Constantly Sitting/Standing/Alternating
• Occasionally climb stairs
• Occasionally walk

Additional Functions:

• Transport product from one assembly area to the next assembly area
•   Ability to work flexible schedules and 50 hours per week Monday through Saturday

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Read English sufficient to understand schematics and assembly instructions
• Read English sufficiently to understand basic computer use instructions, company policies, safety directives, and other work instructions
• Ability to communicate in English to understand and give verbal work instructions to coworkers who only speak English
• Handwrite work-related notes in English
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers
• Decimals/fractions used with the use of a calculator
• Update ERP system, including open, save, and exit
• 6 months of assembly or manufacturing experience preferred

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.