I.          PURPOSE OF POSITION:

             To provide dedicated technical support to manufacturing dep

II.         MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Performs assembly tasks related to electro-mechanical assembly subassemblies and chassis for camera control units, light sources, including assisting in the optical area.

·        Performs a wide variety of complex electronic and mechanical assembly tasks in support of prototype, pre-production, and manufacturing units which include working from sketches, verbal instructions and blueprints.

·        Assists in creating and reviewing assembly documentation and process sheets in the transition of new product designs from engineering into manufacturing.  Learns assembly techniques for new products and successfully cross trains other employees.

·        Assists with other manufacturing related functions, including surface mount assembly, assisted with the use of microscopes, traditional thru hole PC board assembly, small gauge wiring of cable harnesses.

·        Assists in returned goods repair.

·        Performs test procedures using test fixtures and digital meters.

·        Assists with Work-In-Process (WIP) inventory, including maintaining organized and accurate kits.

III.        SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

             N/A

IV.        POSITION AUTHORITY:

N/A

 V.         QUALIFICATIONS:

As preferred:
High school/trade school diploma or GED required.
5-6 years’ experience in hands-on manufacturing assembly environment.
Experience with PC board build and prototype assemblies required.  Ability to learn and practice good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) and ISO 9000 procedures required.  Ability to read English instructions and procedures, and be able to read and interpret blue-prints, and assembly documentation.  Ability to communicate verbally in English.  Experience with precision electrical and mechanical assembly techniques and procedures desired.
Video experience a plus

VI.        SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

            Responsible for performing the job in a safe manner, in accordance with the safety policies and procedures of the department and of Vision Systems Group.

            The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

VII.       MISCELLANEOUS:

SOCIAL CONDITIONS:

Duties require communication and coordination with in-house personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting.  The ability to work for long periods of time with a microscope.  Ability to lift 30 lbs.

             COGNITIVE DEMANDS:

 Requires moderate ability to work independently.

             WORKING CONDITIONS:

             Indoor office environment.

                 May require working overtime.