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Job Objective:  The Senior Firmware Engineer is responsible for designing and developing software to meet client’s expectations for development products. This includes system and modular design, software development, verification and validation, as well as documenting the design and development in a manner that complies with the Pivot Quality System Procedures and Work Instructions.

This position requires minimal direction and is expected to handle multiple complex projects.  The ideal candidate demonstrates a leadership role with others and provides technical leadership to the organization. They will mentor, train, and assist other members of their team in technically difficult situations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complies with Pivot Software Development Procedure and Coding Protocols per company standards.
  • Makes constructive suggestions for improvements to these standards.
• Responsible for designing software for development projects that meet performance, safety and client expectations.
  • Satisfactorily meets client’s requests and specifications.
  • Able to provide quality work, free of errors or waste; accomplishing organizational and departmental quality goals.
  • Interacts with clients and vendors (i.e. test labs, microprocessor application engineers, etc.), – both in-house and at client/vendor locations.
• Assumes and fulfills job assignments while meeting schedules and milestones.
  • Participates in the quoting and risk assessment process by providing accurate and on time estimates for development projects.
  • Demonstrates task ownership for job assignments.
• Sets priorities and engages in assignments, making good use of time and training.
  • Identifies factors needed to fulfill project duties and effectively communicates those needs to the appropriate person and project manager. (i.e. Protocol for communication to an external device.)
  • Sends updates on a routine basis to Development Team providing status on project milestones and estimated completion dates.
  • Maintain weekly loading/activity report.
• Uses relevant skills and knowledge to fulfill the responsibilities for this role. Skilled in problem solving and seeks appropriate level of supervision in relation to job duties.
• Contributes to the system design and development, working with the Design Team to evaluate alternate solutions.
  • Contributes to product and system level test plans for the verification/validation process as well as manufacturing test procedures.
  • Supports the Design Team in trouble-shooting system level problems on microprocessor-based products in using debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers etc.
  • Evaluates and suggests feasibility on assigned proposed projects.
  • Develops design plans and engineering specifications for the software portion of a product design.
• Makes good use of time and can set priorities to meet organizational and departmental goals.
• Mentors less experienced Software Engineer(s), assisting them with technical problems; training on correct design methods; sharing knowledge and encouraging job and skill growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering (or related field) or equivalent work-related experience.
• At least five years of developing real-time embedded software is required.
• Experience with driver level software development, Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g. Free-RTOS), and bare metal programming is required.
• Knowledgeable in electronics hardware and the ability to read a schematic is preferred.
• ARM processor, bootloaders, and application architecture experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of principles, concepts, theories and/or practices of Software Engineering, (i.e., design, analysis of software systems, and code refactoring)
• Experience with Linux and C/C++.
• Experience developing software for medical devices is desired.
• Familiar with ISO 13485, IEC 60601-1 Clause 14, and IEC 62304 for software development is preferred.
• Knowledge of software version control / defect tracking tools required (e.g. GITLab).
• Advanced problem-solving, project management, data analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Sound ability to manage time, make quality decisions, manage, and measure work.
• Advanced leadership skills
• A self-starter able to multitask successfully.
• Strong communication skills will be required with both domestic and global engineers (whose English is not their first language) and directly with Pivot customers.
• Must be effective in a team environment.
• Current on design methodology and technical skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Advanced understanding of hardware design.
• Advanced ability to debug hardware and use hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc).

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 20 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.
• No special requirements beyond standard office activities, which includes operating a computer and peripheral equipment.
• Both domestic and international travel might 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
• Safe operation of all machinery, tools, and equipment

Location: Lenexa, KS

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Digital Concepts (DCI) is a subsidiary of Pivot International and was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1990. They specialize in smart control systems and are a family of design and engineering champions that serve industries worldwide.

Job Description:

The Embedded Software Engineer is utilized throughout several phases of the product development life cycle, from conception to distribution. Responsibilities will include researching and analyzing project requirements; prototyping software technologies to meet project goals; maintaining existing customer products, and collaborating closely with hardware engineers to test and validate solutions.  Applicants should be motivated to work with a wide variety of technologies utilized within the fitness environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and integrate software solutions based on the Linux/Android OS
• Maintain and develop software written utilizing the Qt framework
• Assist in porting Linux applications to Android
• Assist with board bring up, BSP development, and board SDK maintenance for Linux/Android
• Debug complex, system-level, multi-component issues that typically span across multiple layers from kernel to application.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Systems or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience working on systems software in a large-scale C/C++ code base.
• Familiar with version control systems such as GIT.
• Expertise in programming with Embedded C/C++
• Excellent debugging skills and problem solving skills.
• Experience with multi-threaded applications.
• Familiar with peripheral interfaces, such as USB, I2C, Ethernet, and SPI.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or Subversion
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Familiar with Microcontrollers
• Experience with Yocto (a plus)
• Experience in Android system development or willingness to learn (a plus)

Job Type: Full-time

Location: St. Louis, MO

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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. We are a family of design and engineering champions that 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.

In 2020 DCI became part of Pivot International, a global single-source design, development, engineering, and manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience. Pivot provides product development based in the United States and Europe while offering their customers the financial advantages of global tooling, procurement, and manufacturing at their facilities throughout the US, Europe, Mexico, and Asia. Through the Pivot International group of companies, they offer a unique suite of product design services with the expertise to deliver the most effective solutions.

Summary:

The Production Planner is responsible for managing the production plan/schedule to achieve a targeted finished goods.

The Production Planner develops and executes operational production planning and inventory management with alignment from customer service, supply chain, procurement, product management and manufacturing. Overall, the Production Planner is responsible for capacity planning and generating a Master Production Schedule (MPS.)

Core Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes operational production planning and inventory management program with guidance from supply chain, product management and manufacturing. Includes rough cut capacity planning and finite scheduling for the manufacturing organization.
• Participates in operations planning meetings as the expert on the production plan/schedule, capacity, and campaign and sequencing issues. Advises supply chain, QC and Manufacturing on decisions to support the balance of supply and demand.
• Define demand plan for each brand/production line, base of the forecast, historical data, new product development to determine the target inventory for the finished goods products.
• Create and publish a production schedule per brand according to the business objectives, as well as maintain target inventories for the made-to-stock product combined with the shipping dates for the made-to-order products.
• Monitors and maintains operational work-in-process inventory levels.
• Monitors the raw material inventory to coordinate with the Sourcing department the needs for the schedule to utilize the warehouse space in a better way
• Manages production plan/schedule to achieve targeted finished goods levels, to help improve the OTIF for the division.
• Coordinates materials needs for packaging with the sourcing department
• Maintains operational inventories by managing inventory days on hand, policing obsolete, dormant and slow-moving stock, and developing feedback reports to be given to the appropriate person for resolution.
• Serves as primary communication link between customer service, product management, supply chain, to provide update and accurate information on the production dates for order.
• Serves as expert resource for Manufacturing as it relates to the use of scheduling systems. Continuously improves the planning and scheduling process through problem identification, recommendations, and implementation of systems improvements.
• Tracks and communicates key supply chain issues with raw material and intermediate inventory levels. Leads weekly review process with manufacturing to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electronic manufacturing preferred
• Working knowledge in Demand planning, Production Scheduling, Material Flow, Inventory Control
• 4 year business, accounting or engineering degree preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Outlook. Strong written, verbal and collaborative communication skills.
• Advance Excel skills, data management, import/exporting, reference formulas and Pivot table

Other Competencies:

• Proficient in the use of an ERP system, Epicor preferred.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, manage priorities and work independently as well as on a team.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and willing to take initiative with focus on the key initiatives and opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, follows directions well and can work with little or no supervision.
• Able to adapt effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive manner; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  Proficient time management and prioritization skills.

Location: St. Louis, MO

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Digital Concepts (DCI) is a subsidiary of Pivot International and was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1990. They specialize in smart control systems and are a family of design and engineering champions that serve industries worldwide.

Job Objective: The Quality Manager will direct the development, implementation and administration of Digital Concepts’ quality assurance and regulatory compliance systems, programs and activities. Act as the Management Representative and the primary contact for all external bodies on quality-related matters.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality assurance and regulatory strategies for DCI and its affiliates to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements; interpret regulatory requirements and recommend to the organization specific activities and resources required to support this strategy.
• Define, establish, and ensure compliance with all internal standard operating procedures consistent with international quality standards for design, development and manufacturing; assist functional group supervisors and staff in the development of standard operating procedures.
• Approve all functional group standard operating procedures and monitor the development, approval, periodic review, revision, version control and historical archival of all standard operating procedures.
• Direct the internal auditing function to ensure that the operations of all functional groups are in compliance; oversee external auditing, or vendor qualification function; manage and establish priorities for the quality assurance staff responsible for audits.
• Direct and implement training programs consistent with organizational needs in accord with current international ISO and CFR regulations.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory trends that are relevant and ensure that appropriate action is initiated.
• Represent DCI and its affiliates’ interactions with external organizations including Customers and Contract manufacturers, sponsors, and other organizations; serve as a primary contact during all audits and approve responses to audit reports.
• Identify, communicate, and maintain corporate KPI’s related to product quality and reliability.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
• Manages and directs Quality Assurance personnel across all affiliates. Is responsible for international quality personal and local inter-department auditors.

Job Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Generally, requires a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of six years experience in quality assurance/regulatory affairs in the design, development and manufacturing, and non-medical products, to include previous management experience in quality assurance, experience in conducting review audits and hands-on experience with ISO 9001:2015 (ISO 13485 preferred).

• Minimum 6 years’ experience overseeing the QMS.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Standard.
• Demonstrated ability to write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in an ISO format from existing rote knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and organizational skills evidenced by demonstrated results in past positions.
• Ability to investigate, explore and recommend new quality management systems to improve or replace current system.
• Strong overall communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, and work in a team environment is essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse work group.
• Ability to lead projects across multiple disciplines.
• Change agent with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen, judgment, and maturity with the ability to differentiate strategic vs. non-strategic opportunities.
• Proficiency with 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 light 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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Digital Concepts (DCI) was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1990 and specializes in smart control systems, primarily in the fitness industry. We are a family of design and engineering champions that 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. In 2020 DCI became part of Pivot International.

Summary:
Digital Concepts is seeking a Software Tester to verify software quality through manual and automated testing.  In this role you will be verifying the correct operation of software used to run consoles on primarily, but not limited to, exercise equipment.  You will work closely with the development team to develop tests, verify bug fixes, and help to identify new issues.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs system, regression, smoke test, and user acceptance testing activities and document results.
• Detect and track software defects and inconsistencies
• Collaborate closely with developers to resolve identified issues
• Design and develop automation scripts when needed
• Report bugs and errors to development teams
• Provide support and documentation
• Conduct post-release / post-implementation testing

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electronic manufacturing preferred
• Working knowledge in Demand planning, Production Scheduling, Material Flow, Inventory Control
• 4 year business, accounting or engineering degree preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Outlook. Strong written, verbal and collaborative communication skills.
• Advance Excel skills, data management, import/exporting, reference formulas and Pivot table

Other Competencies:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite

Location: Maryland Heights, 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.

EDM is part of Pivot International, a global single-source design, development, engineering, and manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience. Pivot provides product development based in the United States and Europe while offering their customers the financial advantages of global tooling, procurement, and manufacturing at their facilities throughout the US, Europe, Mexico, and Asia. Through the Pivot International group of companies, they offer a unique suite of product design services with the expertise to deliver the most effective solutions.

Job Objective:

Assist the General Manager and CFO in creating timely and accurate financial statements; complete analysis for inventory and administer accounts receivable, accounts payable and other financial projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complies with the Company’s Quality System procedures and work instructions.
• Cost Accounting, Inventory and Manufacturing Variance Analysis
• Maintain Standard Costs, analyze, explain variances from standard
• Reconcile Inventories from MRP/ERP system to General ledger
• Analyze freight and import / export costs

Accounts Receivable:

• Process sales invoicing in Global Shop
• Apply cash receipts to customers’ accounts
• Correspond with customers, as needed
• Complete Credit Reference Inquiries

Accounts Payable:

• Maintain vendor vouchering process, to include:
• Ensuring appropriate authorized approval documents and/or signatures are in place
• Verifying pricing of invoice is consistent with Purchase Order
• Identifying correct PPT and/or GL account code distributions
• Entry of vouchers into Global Shop
• Issue payments to vendors in timely manner.
• Research vendor credits & discrepancies in vendor statements and correspond with vendors to resolve.
• Audit and voucher employee expense reports to ensure compliance with corporate policy before paying.
• Prepare quarterly Sales & Use Tax return for the State of Kansas.

Cash Flow:

• Maintain spreadsheet of daily bank inflows & outflows.
• Process Bank Transaction entries.
• Prepare Borrowing Base documents for Bank, as needed.

Month End Close:

• Reconcile Global Shop subsidiary ledgers to general ledger.
• Reconcile intercompany account and post corresponding journal entries to general ledger.
• Reconcile inventory to general ledger.
• Maintain fixed assets in Depreciation software.
• Prepare various closing journal entries and post to general ledger.
• Reconcile project accounting entries to general ledger.
• Prepare Monthly Sales, margin, and other management reports for General Manager/CFO
• Maintain Earned Value Analysis and Gross Margin Analysis Metrics.
• Maintain Project Accounting expense and revenue detail and prepare various reports as requested by Project Manager.
• Process payroll and 401K transactions (under the direction of Human Resources).
• Provide backup supply chain and administrative functions as necessary
• Aware of project milestones, able to respond and react to resolve financial project issues impacting the project’s success.
• Makes good use of time and is able to set priorities to meet organizational and departmental goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Staff Accountant/Admin

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting with cost accounting experience preferred, will consider candidates with Associates Degree and work experience in the functions.
• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, data analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Strong working knowledge of principles of General ledger, Cost Accounting, Account Analysis and Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with Global Shop preferred but not necessary, Quick Books, or other automated General ledger systems
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and integrated cost financial reporting, preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent clerical, data entry skills, speed and accuracy required

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 of time, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and 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.

Domestic travel is 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: La Vista, NE

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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

Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour

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.

EDM is part of Pivot International, a global single-source design, development, engineering, and manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience. Pivot provides product development based in the United States and Europe while offering their customers the financial advantages of global tooling, procurement, and manufacturing at their facilities throughout the US, Europe, Mexico, and Asia. Through the Pivot International group of companies, they offer a unique suite of product design services with the expertise to deliver the most effective solutions.

Job Objective:

We have an excellent opportunity for an Electronic Manufacturing Quality Control Inspector in our facility just outside of Omaha, Nebraska. The ideal candidate will bring their hands-on electronics and soldering expertise as well as general manufacturing experience to the company. As a Quality Control Inspector, you will have responsibilities that include in-process and final inspection of all stages of electronics manufacturing from raw circuit boards through complete turnkey retail electronic assemblies. In addition to quality inspection responsibilities, there will be opportunities to develop skills in auditing, lean manufacturing, kaizen events, and general process improvement. This role requires competencies to understand customer requirements, interpret blueprints and drawing files, use handheld and electronic measuring gages, demonstrate proficiency with various software applications, and drive quality process improvements overall.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports directly to the Quality Control Supervisor 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:

• Provide quality inspection for adherence to customer, regulatory, and internal requirements regarding all aspects of electronic and mechanical assembly, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), through-hole assembly, hardware installation, cleaning, soldering, conformal coating, and final assembly.
• Identify and assist in the resolution of manufacturing and process issues.
• Train, develop, and/or provide work direction to operators and technicians.
• Interpret work instructions and other process documentation and ensure its accuracy and is current.
• Understand and adhere to the Pivot EDM Quality and EHS policies.
• Participate in 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.
• Serve as the point of contact for specific project initiatives and best practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum for 2 years in a manufacturing environment, preference in a quality role.
• Ability to organize and to prioritize work based on business needs.
• Multi-task and time management skills.
• Strong analytical skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to listen well and to communicate simply and effectively.
• Able to interpret electronic schematics, assembly, and fabrication drawings.
• Proficient with software including the Microsoft Office Suite.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mental

• Performs varied work with high attention to detail in a manufacturing setting in a variety of situations.
• Must have the ability to analyze and understand requirements from various sources.
• Must be able to make decisions declaring product conformity or nonconformance.

Physical

• This position requires work in the office and a 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 point of assembly inspection.
• 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

Hourly Pay: $15-22/hr.

Location: La Vista, NE

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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

Pay: $55K - $75K based on experience and qualifications

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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