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Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under minimum supervision, determines the methods and sequence of operations required to assemble, modify, and repair power supplies.
• Set-up SMT pick & place, conformal coating machine, de panel machine and other various machine functions
• Performs all tasks and functions associated with the assembly of power supplies
• Interfaces with the Engineering Department for the assembly of prototype power supply
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, and works from verbal instructions for new power supply designs
• Maintains records and paperwork associated with manufacturing
• Assembles electronic components, subassemblies, top level assemblies
• Reads work orders, follows production drawings and sample assemblies, and receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed
• Crimps, stakes, screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, press fits, and performs similar operations to join or secure parts in place.  Performs through hole and wave solver
• Mounts assembled components, such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets, on printed wiring boards and chassis panels
• Connects component lead wires to printed circuits or routes and connects wires between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals, and contact points
• Installs finished assemblies or subassemblies in chassis panels
• May perform intermediate assembly tasks, such as winding & magnetic assembly, potting, encapsulating, sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, etching, impregnating, and color coding, parts and assemblies
• SMT, operates surface mount equipment and assembles electronic components, subassemblies, or systems by performing the following duties. Sets up solder paste screen printer and operates equipment. Sets up (except programming) pick & place equipment.  May assist in establishing profiles.
• Adjusts or trims materials from components to achieve specified electrical or dimensional characteristics
• Will be required to participate in the Hazard Communication Program provided by the company
• Obtains needed training requirements such as ESD Training, Soldering Training, OJT on specific inspection procedures, material handling, J-STD-001 certification and more
• May be asked to perform other duties not outlined in this description

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma; GED equivalent or equivalent years of relevant experience
• Must have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in soldering electronic assemblies and a minimum of 4 years’ experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
• Must have at least four 4 years’ experience in assembling electronic power supplies
• Must be able to interpret blueprints, specifications, work instructions for power supply design
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills. Reading blueprints, written instructions, process/procedures, and other instructions
• Must have the ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals using manual or electronic calculator methods
• Must have experience working with SMT rework station and Zephyrtonics soldering machines or equivalent
• Must be able to solder components and having working knowledge of J-STD-001FS NASA standard
• Certification in J-STD-001FS NASA standard preferred 
• Certifications in ESD training, solder training and staking / bonding training is preferred
• Must be able to pass general vision test requirements outlined by NASA standards
• Must be able to lift 25lbs

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift, push, pull 25 lbs; carry 15 lbs; sit 10%; stand 60%; walk 40%; must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, work alone, work around others.

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $17 - $27.*

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.