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Job Objective:  The Electrical Engineer-Level Three (“EE-3”) is responsible for the electronic/electrical hardware design to meet client’s expectations for Pivot development products.  This responsibility includes the technical design aspects as well as development and manufacturing documentation, testing and safety aspects of the products being developed in a manner that complies with the Pivot Quality System Procedures and Work Instructions.

A EE-3 requires minimal direction and is expected to handle more complex and multiple projects.  A EE-3 demonstrates a leadership role with others and provides technical leadership to the organization.  A EE-3 mentors, trains and assists other members of their group in technically difficult situations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complies with all Pivot Quality System procedures and Work instructions.
  • Offers constructive suggestions for improving the Pivot Quality System or operating procedures.
• Design electronic hardware, development documentation, and review/approve of manufacturing documentation. This includes component specification and approval.
• Interact with customers – both in-house and at customer location
• Develop and document design plans and Engineering specifications for the Electrical portion of a product design.
• Develop product and system level test plans for the verification/validation process as well as manufacturing tests procedures and equipment.
• Identify factors/definition needed to fulfill project duties (that are outside the area of EE control) and effectively communicate those needs to the appropriate person and project manager (i.e. PCB outer dimensions and mounting hole locations may have restrictions from mechanical or industrial design perspective).
• Support new concept work and project cost estimates for new business opportunities, as assigned.
• Evaluates and suggests feasibility on proposed projects, as assigned.
• Demonstrate schedule/task “ownership” for items under their responsibility.
• Makes good use of time and is able to set priorities to meet organizational and departmental goals.
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced Engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  No supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent work-related experience.

Demonstrated ability to perform:

• Advanced working knowledge of principles, concepts, theories and/or practices of Electrical Engineering, (i.e. design, repair and analysis of electronic systems; circuit design and embedded software development).
• Advanced problem solving, project management, data analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Sound ability to manage time, make quality decisions, manage and measure work.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• A self-starter and able to multitask successfully.
• Advanced leadership skills.
• Strong communications skills will be required with both internal and with offshore engineers (whose English is not their first language) and directly with Pivot customers.
• Effective in a team environment.
• Current on design methodology and technical development.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing, sitting, stooping and squatting can be expected along with moderate lifting of 40 lbs., or with other means transfer of tooling, parts, containers and raw materials.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus.
• Able to obtain a passport as both domestic and international travel may be required.

Safety:  Proper housekeeping and safety standards and/or the ability to be trained in the following areas:

• Proper use of personal protective equipment
• Proper use of safety devices, such as lock-out, as required
• Safe operation of all machinery, tools and equipment

Location: Lenexa, KS

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Job Objective: The Senior Quality Engineer is under the direction of the Director of Global Quality and Continuous Improvement and has responsibility for improving product and process quality and meeting all applicable product and process requirements. This responsibility includes supporting New Product Introduction quality targets, coordinating investigation of quality issues, issuing, and managing corrective actions, and working directly with suppliers through the production part approval process, change implementation, and issue investigation. The QE will work closely with Supply Chain and Engineering development teams, and all other Pivot affiliates.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Support quality planning in New Product Introduction process to mitigate risk of product quality defects.
2. Acts as a product development core-team member for quality and regulatory functions.
3. Support compliance activities over the life cycle of the medical and electronic devices and incorporate the latest risk management principles into our existing approved ISO 13485:2016 and 9001:2015 QMS.
4. Be responsible for updating the QA related files and maintaining the link through the life cycle of product design to post-market surveillance.
5. Contribute actively with inputs for product device documentation requirements, from user needs and applicable standards, to design verification and testing.
6. Be responsible for all site-related audit activities including internal & external audits, RCCA, CARS, Supplier Approval, and First Article integrity.
7. Organize and coordinate the Management Review process for Top Management’s review of the QMS as per global regulatory requirements.
8. Compile, analyze, and present QMS metrics.
9. Work with Design Engineering to fulfill customer contractual requirements relating to quality requirements as flowed down from the customer agreements (i.e. IQ/OQ/PQ, PPAP, FMEA, capability studies, gage studies) and participate in ECO reviews.
10. Participates in corrective action activities including evaluation of failure, investigation and root cause analysis, and countermeasure effectiveness assessments.
11. Develops, communicates, and monitors trends related to product quality and reliability.
12. Lead training programs consistent with organizational needs in accordance with current international ISO and CFR regulations.
13. Maintain records and documents in support of qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ/PPQ) and validation plans, e.g., manufacturing procedures, work instructions, design, and production guides, etc..
14. Drafts and manages the quality systems documentation, procedures, instructions, forms pertaining to the assigned scope.
15. Reviews all supplier, internal, and customer discrepancies; coordinate and track the effectiveness of corrective/preventive action (CAPA) efforts. Investigate causes of sporadic defects.
16. Teach and train others on the tools for quality improvement such as flow charts, check sheets, pareto reports, histograms, cause-and-effect charts, scatter diagrams and controls charts.
17. Interface and provide technical support on quality issues with the customer as needed.
18. Coordinate customer complaint investigations on items returned to the facility for analysis.
19. Accept responsibility and identify when additional authorization is required to resolve an issue by including management or others when appropriate.
20. Drive timely closure of all quality issues.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Only under special assignments within the quality department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Engineering); with at least eight years of manufacturing or quality-related work experience
• Knowledge of quality measurement systems, statistical process control, and quality control
• Able to think proactively, locate opportunities and potential improvements, address and prevent problems
• Able to independently set priorities to meet organizational and departmental goals
• Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, and work in a team environment is essential.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Time-sensitive (quickly responsive)
• Professional in manner, tact, and action.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects reach with hands and arms, and to talk and hear.
• Standing, sitting, stooping, and squatting can be expected along with light lifting of 20 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and ability to focus.

Able to obtain a passport as both domestic and international travel may be required.

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Avatar Engineering was established in 1999 as a custom electronic design and manufacturing solutions partner. We have over 175 years of product design, engineering, and manufacturing experience. We work with clients to design, engineer, manufacture, test, and support each product from beginning to end with our state-of-the-art technology. Avatar is a subsidiary of the Pivot International group of companies.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsibilities include assembling electronic components, subassemblies and systems using hand tools, light assembly equipment and lead-free solder stations. Assemblers are expected to follow production work instructions and shop orders to complete product assembly with the highest quality and efficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Set up and operate appropriate equipment, tools, and fixtures for product assembly
• Soldering of wires and components to printed circuit boards
• Assembly and soldering of wiring harnesses
• Hand assembly of plastic and metal heat sinks and case parts
• Functional testing of work in progress and completed units
• Packaging of finished goods (box and clamshell)
• Works with production supervisor to ensure product quality by identifying and resolving assembly issues and highlighting continuous improvement opportunities
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Read and apply documented quality system procedures
• Read and understand work instructions and Bills of Material
• Must understand and follow all rules of safety as defined by the employer and required by all applicable regulations.
• Other tasks as required

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate
• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations at a high school level
• Pass a Background and Drug Screening
• Soldering experience
• Manual dexterity for working with small components
• Good eyesight including close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time and perform continuous operations
• Flexible to work in other positions on assembly lines as needed (inspection, testing, packaging, etc.)
• Familiar with component polarities and ability to verify solder and component placement on circuit boards
• Must meet production and quality standards as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills & Desired Qualities:

• Electronics Manufacturing Environments: 2 years preferred.
• Soldering SMT and THT components: 1 year preferred
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Positive attitude with ability to function in a team environment.
• IPC-A-610 Certification

Schedule:
Monday – Friday
Occasional weekend overtime
Flexible work hours from 6:00am to 8:00pm

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Shawnee, KS

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Avatar Engineering was established in 1999 as a custom electronic design and manufacturing solutions partner. We have over 175 years of product design, engineering, and manufacturing experience. We work with clients to design, engineer, manufacture, test, and support each product from beginning to end with our state-of-the-art technology. Avatar is a subsidiary of the Pivot International group of companies.

Responsibilities include executing functional testing procedures on PCB Assemblies and final units. Test Technicians are expected to follow production work instructions and shop orders to complete product testing with the highest quality and efficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains attention to detail, completing multiple or repetitive tasks. Demonstrates a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals or deadlines.
• Exhibits excellent multi-tasking skills. Prioritizes and performs a variety of concurrent tasks with minimal direction.
• Ability to read and interpret circuit schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to set-up and use precision instruments: oscilloscope, function generator, and digital multimeter.
• Has full understanding ESD preventative processes.
• Capable of producing comprehensive documentation.
• Skilled at analyzing complex functions, procedures, and problems to find creative, logical, and effective solutions.
• Capable of taking safety measures and precautions to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic. Uses time productively to accomplish challenging work goals.
• Understand and have a good working knowledge of industry workmanship standards and soldering techniques in assembly and repair of PCBs.
• Understand and demonstrate a good working knowledge of IPC standards.
• Production testing of all required manufactured assemblies, utilizing existing fixtures and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and rework “failed” assemblies.
• Document existing and new test procedures, working with engineering as needed.
• Work with engineering in development of test fixtures and test procedures.
• Ensure existing fixtures are calibrated, always maintained and functional.

Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations at a high school level.
• Pass a Background and Drug Screening.
• Manual dexterity for working with small components.
• Good eyesight including close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time and perform continuous operations.
• Flexible to work in other positions on assembly lines as needed (inspection, testing, packaging, etc.).
• Must meet production and quality standards as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills & Desired Qualities:

• Electronics Manufacturing Environments: 2 years preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Positive attitude with ability to function in a team environment.
• 2 year Electronics Technician degree or certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:
Monday – Friday
Occasional weekend overtime
Flexible work hours from 6:00am to 8:00pm

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Location: Shawnee, KS

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Digital Concepts (DCI) was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1990 and specializes in smart control systems, primarily in the fitness industry. In 2020 DCI became part of Pivot International.

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer will perform all aspects of electronic design, development, validation and support from product inception through manufacturing.  The same individual will be responsible for ensuring the product meets all of the customer's requirements and passes compliance tests.  Comfortable working with motors and of-line power supplies.  Using a working knowledge of schematic capture, analysis tools/instruments, PCB layout, EMC / Compliance to support new and fielded designs with customers and manufacturing plants.

Primary Duties

• Designs, troubleshoots, validates, tests and supports electrical products and systems to ensure the products meet the requirements and quality.
• Responsible for writing supporting technical reports and documentation in support of the designs.
• Collaborates with Mechanical, Firmware and Program Managers, as well as other internal and external partners.
• Ensures the successful design, development, testing and implementation of both product and process changes.
• Identifies issues and uses problem-solving to formulate and implement creative solutions to address electrical safety, EMC requirements, etc.
• Leads small-scale development efforts and projects including planning, scheduling, and documentation required for design control.
• Support Manufacturing plants with needed documentation, test equipment, etc. to ensure successful manufacture of the designs and products.

Bonus

• 4 plus years’ professional experience with the C programming language.
• Embedded software development experience with hard real-time requirements.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
• 5+ years of practical engineering experience to include the design and development of electronic systems with proven ability to troubleshoot electronic systems.
• Working knowledge of electronic design principles, analog and digital systems, and PCB manufacturing processes.
• Experience with 1 to 4hp motor control and motors for Brushed DC, Brushless DC and AC Induction motor.
• Experience with active and passive Power Factor Correction (PFC).
• Experience with the design, testing and support of flyback power supplies.
• Experience with multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power meters, dynamometers, spectrum analyzers, high voltage AC (120Vac and 230Vac) and DC (up to 500Vdc) power supplies.
• Experience with design for EMI/EMC and UL and CE.
• Must have proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (including MS Project) and electrical CAD (Altium preferred).

Location: St. Louis, MO

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Digital Concepts (DCI) is a subsidiary of Pivot International. DCI was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1990 and specializes in smart control systems. We are a family of design and engineering champions that succeed every day and are the reason we lead in every market we serve worldwide. Guided by our mission and values, we are a People First® company, united in our pursuit of continuous improvement – personally and professionally. Ours is a culture of respect for each other, our customers, and our products.

Job Objective: Responsible for managing and supporting the supply chain, which is broken down into the: planning, inventory control, production, scheduling, and logistics verticals within Digital Concepts and coordinates with other offices (Digital Concepts, Digico & Mexico Operations).  Develops and execute plans to meet Digital Concepts short-term and long-term supply chain management/production control requirements.

The Supply Chain Manager requires minimal direction and is expected to handle more complex and multiple projects; demonstrates a leadership role with others within the Supply Chain Department and offers training and assistance to other members of this group.

The Supply Chain Manager will report into the Director of Global Supply Chain with dotted line into the DCI Operations Manager

Job Responsibilities:  

• Complies with all Digital Concepts Quality System procedures and work instructions.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Oversee all purchase orders, adjust purchase patterns, and monitor shipment and production schedules to meet responsibilities.
• and leading process improvement improvements, strategies, and owning initiatives.
• Monitoring the raw material and global inventory levels, not limited to meeting internal and external customer requirements ad expectations.
• Manage supplier relations to maintain best quality for lowest cost.
• Proactively handles shortages and other situations by building up a system of alternative suppliers or materials and monitoring market and industry trends for all Digital Concepts operations.
• Interfaces with Pivot International corporate operations and other Pivot International sites to support global supply chain efforts.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with subcontractors.
• Ensures manufacturing product specification are developed, and testing and inventory control procedures are in place and assist in the assessment of vendor/subcontractor evaluations.
• Ensure vendors and subcontractors are manufacturing products according to product specifications.
• Inventory Control
• Proactively handle shortages and other situations by building up a system of alternative suppliers or materials and monitoring market and industry trends for monitoring market and business trends for all sites (i.e., Digico and Mexico operations).
• Maintain and create reports required for inventory/ materials management.
• Coordinates return material and finished goods logistics, with third-party logistics providers.
• Tracking stock status and availability for products required to support client’s orders and forecasts at all sites, (i.e. Digico and Mexico operations).
• Procurement of materials required but not limited to Digital Concepts, to meet production schedules.
• Process client orders
• Review client purchase orders for completeness and accuracy prior to accepting.
• Coordinate the timely processing of client purchase orders or schedule changes.
• Create and manage the client’s open-order schedules.
• Enter orders into the MRP/ERP system.
• Support team responsible for planning and forecasting of all raw materials for supply chain.
• Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize use of space, equipment, material and people.
• Stay informed of new manufacturing technologies and equipment to aid in the manufacture and reduction of cost deficiencies.
• Assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/materials.
• Work closely with research and development, quality assurance and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures; attend design reviews.
• Determine and eliminate root causes of manufacturing errors as it relates to supply chain.
• Standard cost evaluations and updates at Digital Concepts. Monitoring cost evaluations and updates at all Digital Concepts locations (Digico and Mexico operations).
• Mentor others performing Supply Chain functions (i.e. order entry, returns and allowances, production scheduling, planning and shipping).
• Direct staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
• Aware of project milestones, able to respond, react and resolve financial project issues impacting the project’s success.
• Approval authority for PO’s grouped under POs pending approval in MRP system.
• Makes good use of time and is able to set priorities to meet organizational and departmental goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: are over the Sr. Supply Chain Specialist; these responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree with five years work-related supply chain experience; or equivalent work-related experience, preferably in the engineering and/or manufacturing field.
• Advanced skills in problem solving, analytical, data analysis, critical thinking, decision-making and negotiating.
• Advanced working knowledge of purchasing and inventory control principles.
• Advanced organization skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with production/inventory control and ERP/MRP software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-starter, ability to work under pressure with limited or no supervision.
• Ability to work with others, clients, vendors and co-workers, in a courteous and professional manner.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to obtain a passport, as both domestic and international travel may be required.

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Location: St. Louis, MO

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Electronic Design & Manufacturing (EDM) is a premier custom and contract manufacturing company. We specialize in the manufacturing of through-hole and surface mount circuit boards, electronic assemblies, and electro-mechanical assembly services. Our customers range from startups to Fortune 500 companies in all segments of industry with manufacturing, engineering design, service and warranty support, and full turnkey product fulfillment. EDM is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

Responsibilities include assembling electronic components, subassemblies and systems using hand tools, light assembly equipment and lead-free solder stations. Assemblers are expected to follow production work instructions and shop orders to complete product assembly with the highest quality and efficiency.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate appropriate equipment, tools, and fixtures for product assembly
• Soldering of wires and components to printed circuit boards
• Assembly and soldering of wiring harnesses
• Hand assembly of plastic and metal heat sinks and case parts
• Operate and supervise automatic epoxy resin potting machines
• Functional testing of work in progress and completed units
• Packaging of finished goods (box and clamshell)
• Works with production supervisor to ensure product quality by identifying and resolving assembly issues and highlighting continuous improvement opportunities
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Read and apply documented quality system procedures
• Read and understand work instructions and Bills of Material
• Must understand and follow all rules of safety as defined by the employer and required by all applicable regulations.
• Other tasks as required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate
• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations at a high school level
• Pass a background check and drug screening
• Electronics Manufacturing Environments: 2 years preferred
• Soldering SMT and THT components: 1 year preferred
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Positive attitude with ability to function in a team environment
• IPC-A-610 Certification
• Manual dexterity for working with small components
• Good eyesight including close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time and perform continuous operations
• Flexible to work in other positions on assembly lines as needed (inspection, testing, packaging, etc.)
• Familiar with component polarities and ability to verify solder and component placement on circuit boards
• Must meet production and quality standards as assigned by the supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires work in a manufacturing environment.
• Interfaces with other managerial, office and hourly employees on a regular basis.
• Requires the ability to visually inspect parts, product, and processes.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to visually identify small part markings with the aid of magnification.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Voluntary overtime as scheduled.

Location: La Vista, NE

The responsibilities and duties outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. The company reserves the right to modify, amend, alter, or delete any aspect of this position description at any time.

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Electronic Design & Manufacturing (EDM) is a premier custom and contract manufacturing company. We specialize in the manufacturing of through-hole and surface mount circuit boards, electronic assemblies, and electro-mechanical assembly services. Our customers range from startups to Fortune 500 companies in all segments of industry with manufacturing, engineering design, service and warranty support, and full turnkey product fulfillment. EDM is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

Utilize SMT machines to place surface mount parts and solder reflow the components to the printed circuit board. Responsible for the set-up of all pieces of equipment on the SMT line, including the screen printer, the pick and place machines, and the reflow oven.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all ESD requirements and board handling requirements.
• Use of Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements based on component moisture-sensitive levels (MSL).
• Utilize process sheets to ensure correct build of product.
• Load feeders for surface mount machines using the load list provided by machine.
• Verify correct part numbers are being used for the specific job being run.
• Initiate and select correct programs for SMT screen printer & SMT pick and place machines and correct reflow profile for the reflow oven per work instructions.
• Select the proper stencil screen for use during screen-printing operation.
• Comply with Pivot-EDM’s standards of ESD, IPC-A-610, work instructions, and ISO procedures and policies.
• Perform machine preventative maintenance on-screen printer and pick and place machines based on assigned schedules.
• Operate stencil cleaning machine.
• Clean boards as required based on soldering chemistry.
• Support and follow all ISO standards related to Pivot-EDM’s various Quality Management Systems. These systems may include but are not limited to, quality, the environment, health, safety, and security.
• Support all corporate and site 6S objectives.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0 - 6 months previous electronic experience/training provided
• Ability to utilize electronic work instructions
• Ability to utilize SMT line management software
• Pass IPC-A-610 Modules: 1, 2, 4, 7 & 8
• Microsoft Office/computer skills
• Knowledge of machine maintenance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires work in a manufacturing environment.
• Interfaces with other managerial, office and hourly employees on a regular basis.
• Must be able to move about to and spend a significant portion of the shift standing or walking.
• Requires the ability to visually inspect parts, product, and processes.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to visually identify small part markings with the aid of magnification.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Voluntary overtime as scheduled.

Location: La Vista, NE

The responsibilities and duties outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. The company reserves the right to modify, amend, alter, or delete any aspect of this position description at any time.

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Electronic Design & Manufacturing (EDM) is a premier custom and contract manufacturing company. They specialize in the manufacturing of through-hole and surface mount circuit boards, electronic assemblies, and electro-mechanical assembly services. Their customers range from startups to Fortune 500 companies in all segments of industry with manufacturing, engineering design, service and warranty support, and full turnkey product fulfillment. EDM is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

EDM is part of Pivot International, a global single-source design, development, engineering, and manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As we continue to grow and scale our operations, we have an excellent opportunity for a new SMT Programmer / Technician in our facility just outside of Omaha, Nebraska. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience working with the manufacturing equipment associated with Electronics manufacturing.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports directly to the Operations and Engineering Manager and communicates frequently with employees at all levels. This person must be able to interface effectively with managers, office employees, production employees, suppliers, customers, and other individuals inside and outside of the organization.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support all aspects of electronic manufacturing, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), through-hole assembly, convection reflow, through hole, AOI, testing, and conformal coating.
• Resolve manufacturing and process issues.
• Run and debug first piece programs in SMT and associated processes.
• Detail product costs and prepare quoting packages.
• Develop, qualify, and document new manufacturing processes or modify existing processes to fit the requirements of new products.
• Work with NPI groups (internal and external) to develop both hardware and electromechanical assemblies, ensuring the designs are reliable, cost effective, and designed for manufacturability and testability.
• Support Supply Chain with analysis of alternate electrical components and commodity management.
• Identify, design, procure, and validate fixtures & tools. Support factory equipment selection process to meet production plans.
• Initiate, take ownership, and complete technical projects leading to new or improved products or processes.
• Perform process capability assessments and establish methods to control process output.
• Develop, verify, and validate products from process development to successful commercialization.
• Train, develop, and/or provide work direction to operators and technicians.
• Research and recommend new technologies to improve reliability, efficiency and contribute to cost reduction.
• Communicate business and technical needs, status, results, and observations to operating, technical and business teams.
• Responsible for process documentation and ensuring it is kept current like Work Instructions, Standard Work documents, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Understand and adhere to the Pivot EDM Quality and EHS policies.
• Participate in and coordinate CI initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, Problem-Solving, Kaizen events and other improvement activities.
• Assist in identifying and prioritizing opportunities to improve customer satisfaction, increase net income, enhance productivity, and further employee performance.
• Act as a technical resource for daily electronic manufacturing activities.
• Serve as the point of contact for specific project initiatives and best practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associates or technical degree in an engineering equivalent or combination education and experience.
• 2 – 3 years of experience in printed circuit board assembly processes. Preferably in programming SMT process equipment used in PCBA manufacturing: Pick and place, solder paste, thermal profile monitoring.
• Ability to teach others.
• Able to interpret and create electronic schematics, assembly, and fabrication drawings.
• Basic working knowledge of printed circuit board manufacturing including Gerber files and CAM software.
• Basic working knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks or other) software.
• IPC 610 knowledge

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mental:

• Performs highly complex and varied work in the office and manufacturing setting in a variety of situations as well as exercise of independent judgment.
• Must have the ability to analyze situations and respond to problems to ensure internal and external customer requirements are met.
• Must be able to make decisions and judgments based on data or, in some instances, a lack of data.

Physical:

• This position requires work on the factory floor in an environmentally controlled manufacturing environment.
• Interfaces with other managerial, office and hourly employees on a regular basis with various forms of communication.
• Must be able to move about to accomplish facility/customer or supplier tours and evaluations. Requires the ability to visually inspect parts, product, and processes.
• Occasionally lifts 25 pounds and may stand or sit for sustained periods up to several hours.
• Must be able to work in front of a computer.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Job Type: Full-time, first shift

Benefits:

• Company quarterly incentive compensation bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account/ Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Location: La Vista, NE

The responsibilities and duties outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. The company reserves the right to modify, amend, alter, or delete any aspect of this position description at any time.

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