The Electrical Test Technician ensures that all boards are fully operational and meet performance standards before de-paneling. This involves rigorous testing of each board to confirm proper function. Additionally, the role encompasses loading materials into production machines and troubleshooting and repairing identified products. By performing these tasks, the role ensures that only high-quality, functional boards are produced and delivered, contributing to overall production efficiency and product excellence.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Testing:

Prepare the workbench for testing.
Remove and inspect PCBA from the tray and place in the testing box.
Test components on PCBA in the testing box to verify defect and location on PCBAs.
Separate defective PCBAs from repair/rework and ‘scrap’.
Estimate required repair work to determine if PCBA should be scrapped.
Follow procedure to account for ‘scrap’ and non-conformances within MRP.
Work closely with Quality to monitor trends.

Repair/Rework:

Hand solder SMT part to repair PCBA.
Repair/Rework PCBA and inspect for working condition.
Maintain stock at the workbench so that needed components are readily available.

REQUIREMENTS

Associate’s Degree or Electrical Engineering Technician Certification or equivalent.
AND 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in handling SMT components, PCBAs, and tools for repair/rework
Experience with various hand soldering techniques is a plus.
1 – 2 years of experience with Surface Mount Technology equipment is preferred.
Must possess good mechanical and basic computer skills.
Reading schematics and circuit diagrams.
Ability to troubleshoot and must possess good electrical skills.
Excellent manual dexterity to assemble products.
Must have excellent hand-eye coordination and visual accuracy.
Willing to travel to Europe.`

VEGA Americas manufactures, distributes, and services process instrumentation to measure level, density, weight, and pressure. Our products have been making industrial processes safer and more efficient for over 60 years.

As an employee, you’ll find VEGA Americas commits itself to the highest quality standards and respect for the individual needs of employees, customers, vendors, and shareholders. Don’t take it from us alone, VEGA has been awarded a Cincinnati Enquirer’s Top Workplace Award for 8 years running!

Our Mission: With innovative technologies and services, we develop solutions that inspire. Through our sense of simplicity and our focus on people, we are looking to the future with curiosity. Locally grounded and globally connected, together we give values a home.

Our Values: Curiosity, Humanity, Simplicity, Connectivity

What makes VEGA a great place to work?

VEGA Americas, Inc. provides a full benefits package to Full-Time employees including:

A competitive salary
Health, company HSA contribution, Dental, Life, and Disability benefits available on day one
Competitive 401(k) with flexible investment options and a company match to help you reach your retirement goals
Other perks include vacation time, holiday pay, 100% paid parental leave, tuition assistance, a casual dress code, and training opportunities.

VEGA Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy that we will not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, or veteran status.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA Minority/Female/Vet/Disability

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