Job Summary:

The Director of Manufacturing will oversee the Manufacturing Division of the company, ensuring effective and efficient use of facilities and staff.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees and participates in the recruitment, hiring, and training of manufacturing employees.

 

• Oversees schedules and assignments for the division.

 

• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive. 

 

• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees the manufacture of products, ensuring production, performance, and quality standards are consistently met.

 

• Reviews production reports to ensure safety, quality, financial, and delivery goals and standards are met.

 

• Ensures a healthy and safe working environment, and compliance with federal and state regulations, through collaboration with environmental, health, and safety staff.

 

• Assists chief operating officer with long-range operating goals, expansion efforts, and implementation of new and advanced technology.

 

• Identifies and shares training opportunities for staff to build and improve skills.

 

• Organizes departmental management structure and teams for optimal, efficient operations.

 

• Works with chief financial officer to develop operating budget.

 

• Delivers progress and production reports to executive team members as requested.

 

• Supervises equipment purchase, maintenance, and layout.

 

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 

• Excellent organizational and managerial skills.

 

• Thorough understanding of the policies and practices used in the manufacturing division.

 

• Ability to set long-term goals and communicate them to others.

 

• Ability to motivate and organize multiple efforts to accomplish goals.

 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred.

 

• At least ten years of experience in industrial management required. 

 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

 

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

 

• Must be able to quickly traverse manufacturing areas.

 

• Must be able to stand, bend, crawl, stretch, lay, and squat in order to maintain equipment.

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

 

Summary:

The Master Scheduler works closely with the Purchasing, Production and Program Management Teams to ensure company deadlines are met while coordinating focus on maximizing revenue and Customer On Time delivery. They must work independently and prioritize job duties as well as communicate proactively. They must effectively use Infor ERP/MRP to ensure material is available to support production needs.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develops, publishes, and maintains the Master Production Schedule, balancing inventory, resources and capacity.

 

• Negotiates corrective actions to product schedules when dictated by changes in business.

 

• Acts as liaison between Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Development, and Program Management to control the Master Schedule. Assists other production support groups in achieving corporate goals.

 

• Assists Program Management in scheduling sales orders and supporting customer requirements.

 

• Revise production schedules when provided with updated information on capacity or materials.

 

• Participates in Change Control Board (CCB) activity to ensure engineering changes are consistent with the production plans and inventories. Coordinates Engineering Change Notice effectiveness with Supply Chain, Program Management, and Production.

 

• Participates in forecasting/planning meetings with Business Development, Finance, and other related departments.

 

• Develop strategies and work with the operations team on capacity and equipment utilization.

 

• Document key information for analysis which includes downtime, peak production, inventory, and scheduling accuracy.

 

• Monitor material flow, identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues to root cause and implement corrective actions.

 

• Generate reports including but not limited to production line capacity, material clear, production status, and on-time delivery. Proactively works with functional owners to review and determine root cause and deploy countermeasures for areas not meeting target.

 

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 

• Proficient in the following software applications:
  • MRP and MES Systems (INFOR and Aegis preferred)
  • Proficient in Microsoft office i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

 

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

 

• Advanced MS Excel (complete statistical analysis to uncover patterns and trend, create charts from table data in various formats, perform calculations and vertical lookups, and create pivot tables from data sets).

 

• Ability to work productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast paced, highly pressured environment

 

• Knowledge of general accounting; production assembly procedures, techniques and tooling; material and capacity planning and forecasting; and product bill of material procedures.

 

• Intermediate to expert level knowledge with enterprise systems and databases, INFOR preferred.

 

• Results-driven to deliver consistent improvement in cycle times, on time delivery and inventory turns.

 

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Supply Chain Management or Business

 

• 5 – 10 years of related experience in manufacturing with at least 5 years in Production Planning functions.

 

• Supervisory or managerial experience preferred

 

• Professional certification by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) preferred.

 

• Experience in a regulated industry a plus, medical device, automotive, aerospace

 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience master scheduling experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

 

• Full understanding of MRP, Bills of Material and Manufacturing Capacity Planning

 

• Leadership focused.  Must be able to drive multiple departments to meet customer requirements.

 

• Able to adapt to changing requirements from customers and changes in material supply or manufacturing and provide plan that quickly drives recovery

 

• Advanced level MS Excel skills, and ability to plan within a system driven ERP environment

 

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.

 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

 

• Ability to write simple correspondence.

 

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.

 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

 

• Ability to deal with problems involving simple variables in standardized (normal) situations. 
   

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 frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 

 

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

 

• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration.

 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

 Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E):  Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations. Any of the following three serve as sufficient criteria in determining the need for P.P.E. compliance with:

• Microboard policy.

 

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) stipulations.

 

• OSHA regulations generally.

Summary:

The SMT Process Engineer works under the direct supervision of a more experienced engineer. Process engineers provide support to their supervisors throughout the design and development phase, make calculations and prepare plans for projects, and oversee and provide reports on progress and issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop Plans and Calculations within engineering projects.

 

• Draw blueprints and structural diagrams for correction and approval.

 

• Make necessary calculations and estimates.

 

• Manage Project Workflow.  Provide direct day-to-day support and oversight of project elements.

 

• Serve as liaisons between engineering and other departments.

 

• Develop project schedules and deliverable timelines under the supervision of more experienced engineers.

 

• Provide Engineering Support direct or indirect to other engineers/engineering teams. Gathering data, submitting documentation.

 

• Prepare Project Reports and presents them to engineers and other personnel. Compare project schedules and budgets to expectations and report on any potential delays or issues that arise during project.

 

• Coordinate and or Collaborate with other Team Members as needed.

 

 

• Able to successfully perform mathematical and physics calculations

 

• Project planning and drafting skills are essential

 

• Project management is a plus

 

• Problem-solving skills with ability to devise technical and creative solutions to a variety of issues that may arise to prevent delays and keep projects moving

 

• Team coordination with other team member is essential.

 

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

• Proficiency with working knowledge of Microboard’s Shop Floor Tracking System (Aegis) software is preferred.

 

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

 

• Knowledge of component identification is required.

 

• Individuals must pass the Component ID and IPC-A-610 Solder Inspection Trainings.

 

 

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required

 

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.

 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

 

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

 

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

 

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

 

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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

 

• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.

 

• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.

 

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

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 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
 

Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E):

Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations. Any of the following three serve as sufficient criteria in determining the need for P.P.E. compliance with:

• Microboard policy.

 

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) stipulations.

 

• OSHA regulations generally.

Job Title: Buyer

Department: Supply Chain

Supervisor: Director of Supply Chain

 

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

Summary:

The Buyer works closely with the Purchasing Team and vendors to ensure company deadlines are met while assisting to drive cost savings and inventory accuracy. They must work independently and prioritize job duties as well as communicate proactively. They must effectively use Infor ERP/MRP to ensure material is available to support production needs.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work closely with Program Management Team to manage the supply chain for various customer programs.
• Purchase material and services in support of operational and production requirements.
• Monitor Open Purchase Orders and confirm POs with vendor base work to expedite material shortages and maintain PO date accuracy to ensure inventory levels are in balance and company annual inventory turn KPI targets are met.
• Pro-actively react to potential material issues to ensure production lines and customer ATP is not negatively impacted.
• Cost integrity – ensure costs do not exceed the Sourcing Team’s estimated costs eroding margins.
• Participate in cost savings projects to enhance program margins.
• Manage customers’ excess material level to quoted goals and work closely with Program Management group to communicate any issues.
• Manage MRO Purchase Orders including consigned material cabinet.
• Review and action non-conforming non-receivable materials.
• Make cost reduction recommendations and leverage best-practices.
• Negotiate  cost savings to meet annual company KPI targets.
• Negotiate and maintain Purchase/Cash Discounts when appropriate to ensure overall cost reduction for company.
• Coordinate and communicate inventory availability and all Production Schedule information between various company departments and functions such as Program Management, Materials/Purchasing, Stockroom, Manufacturing, Test, QA and Engineering.
• Take on special projects or other assigned tasks as needed/directed.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with company policies.

 

 

 

Qualifications:

To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Experience with MRP/ERP system.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering highly desirable.
• Four to eight years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer (Microsoft Office) skills required.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.

 

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
   

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving simple variables in standardized (normal) situations. 
   

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 frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

 Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E):  Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations. Any of the following three serve as sufficient criteria in determining the need for P.P.E. compliance with:

• Microboard policy.
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) stipulations.
• OSHA regulations generally. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides support to machine operators for programming, setup, fixtures and other manufacturing tasks.

 

• Develop stencils, reflow profiles and various fixtures to support production.

 

• Reviews industry and manufacturing techniques, and suggests improvements to these techniques in order to increase efficiency of overall manufacturing processes.

 

• Facilitates on going improvements to the manufacturing process.

 

• Resolves basic manufacturing issues and questions.

 

• Works on time studies, line balancing and 5S / Lean initiatives.

 

• Prepare various assembly documentation.

 

• Develop and maintain program libraries and logs.

 

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Prior on-the-job experience of at least 2 plus years in same or similar industry.

 

• Experience in handling SMT and TH components, boards, and tools for assembly.

 

• Experience with SMT Line equipment.

 

• Writing and following manufacturing documentation and procedures.

 

• Following quality standard and inspection requirements to IPC 610 A Class II and III.

 

• Proficient in Microsoft office Tools, ie, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

 

• Cooperates with supervisors, co-workers and works as a team.

 

• Organized, adaptable, professional and able to follow instructions.

 

• Ability to multi task within multiple groups

 

• Manages stress well without panicking and maintaining professionalism at all times.

 

• Needs to be detail oriented and organized

 

• Willing to work overtime or on the weekends

 

• Knowledge of CAD, CAM350, GerbTool and similar programs is a plus.

 

 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.

 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

 

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

 

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
   

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

 

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions fumished in written, oral, or diagram form. 

 

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Duties are generally prioritized in conformance with written instructions, established schedules, and predetermined priorities, allowing employees to perform independently with intermittent close supervision.

 

• Problems not clearly defined by written directives or instructions are reviewed with supervisor to determine course of action.

 

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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

 

• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. 

 

• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. 

 

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Job Title: Quoting Administrator I and II

Department: Sourcing

Supervisor: Manager, Proposals

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

 

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain status reports needed by Quoting and Management to determine work load and daily priorities.

 

• Review customer provided documentation with Proposal Manager and appropriate Microboard teams to determine customer requirements, special processes, and other data pertinent to the quote effort.

 

• Format and upload customer documentation to materials quoting system.

 

• Monitor open quote requests with suppliers.

 

• Retrieve quote data from materials quoting system.

 

• Create Costed Bill of Material (BOM), labor workbooks and supporting quote documentation for submission to customer.

 

• Assist Proposal Manager with preparation of department metrics, quote reviews with executive management, and special tasks as needed.

 

• Create, Analyze, and Report on Purchase Price variances (PPV) per component.

 

• Analyze Costed BOM’s for accuracy and escapes.  Report to management as required.

 

• Communicate supplier feedback to Purchasing and Program Management.

 

Quoting Administrator I:

• Learning all aspects of the job and work on increasingly complex client quotations under the supervision of the Proposal Manager.

 

• 0-3 years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree

 

• Strong experience with excel and other Microsoft products

 

 

 

Quoting Administrator II: 

 

• Take on special projects as needed/directed.

 

• Provide assistance and education to more junior quoting staff.

 

• 2-5 years experience with a bachelor’s degree

 

• Excellent experience with Excel and Microsoft Office

 

• Strong analytic skills.  
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Qualifications:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required – VLOOKUP & Pivot tables).

 

• Infor LN ERP System experience a plus.

 

• PolyDyne QuoteWin experience a plus.

 

• MRP/ERP system experience a plus.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required – VLOOKUP & Pivot tables)

 

• Infor LN ERP System experience a plus

 

• PolyDyne QuoteWin experience a plus

Job Title:  Test Technician III

Reports to:  Manager of Test Engineering

Department:   Test

 

 

JOB SUMMARY: (Bold is Must Have)

• Reports directly to Test Department Manager/Supervisor

 

• Education: ASEE or equivalent with 10+ years of related experience

 

• Perform all aspects of board level and system level of Testing and Troubleshooting

 

• Proficient with Analog, Digital, Control, Memory, I/O, FPGA, CPLD, High Speed Digital, RF, and Power circuits

 

• Interpret Component Data Sheets

 

• Familiar with JTAG Boundary Scan, PIC programming

 

• Knowledge of test equipment: Oscilloscopes, RLC Meters, DVMs, Automatic Test Equipment (ATE), Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Programmable Power Supplies, and 2D X-ray

 

• Strong communication skills

• Works with minimum or no supervision

 

• Assist with training to all levels test personnel

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Bold is Must Have)

• Performs Impedance test (ICT) and functional test to electronic assemblies according to MPI’s Test Procedures or Customer’s Test Procedures

 

• Operates Automatic Test Equipment (ATE), Flying Probe, Universal Test System (UTS), Customer Designed Test Equipment

 

• Performs troubleshooting to components level

 

• Defines problems, collects data, and draw valid conclusions

 

• Ability to recognize failure trends and making suggestion to improve manufacturing process when needed.

 

• Ability to write correspondence

 

• Performing calibration tests

 

• Responsible for meeting daily production goals, functions under time pressure

 

• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of test area

 

• Proficiency with working knowledge of MPI’s Shop Floor Tracking System (Aegis) software is required

 

• Component Identification and IPC-610 Inspection trainings are required

 

• Individuals must pass the Component ID and IPC-A-610 Solder Inspection Training

 

• Other non-test related duties may be assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

• Knowledge of component identification is required.

 

• Proficient with Analog, Digital, Control, Memory, I/O, RF and Power circuits.

 

• Familiar with JTAG, PIC, and boundary scan.

 

• 5+ years tech experience SMT Electronics.

 

• Proficient at reading schematic and assembly drawings

 

• Must be able to effectively work in team environment

 

• Able to accept changes in a positive manner

 

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional and courteous manner

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy and safe work environment

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:. 

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently 

 

• Ability to read comprehends instructions, correspondence, and memos 

 

• Ability to write simple correspondence

 

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

 

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 frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear 

 

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds 

 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts 

 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

 

 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (P.P.E.):

Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations.  Any of the following three serve as sufficient criteria in determining the need for P.P.E. compliance with:

 

• MPI policy

 

• Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) stipulations

 

• OSHA regulations generally

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Knowledge of component identification is required.

• Proficient with Analog, Digital, Control, Memory, I/O, RF and Power circuits.

 

• Familiar with JTAG, PIC, and boundary scan.

 

• 5+ years tech experience SMT Electronics.

 

• Proficient at reading schematic and assembly drawings

 

• Must be able to effectively work in team environment

 

• Able to accept changes in a positive manner

 

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional and courteous manner

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy and safe work environment

Job Title: Shipping/Receiving I, II                             

Department: Incoming

Supervisor: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Summary:

• Performs receiving functions, along with the appropriate transactions to maintain accurate receiving data in the ERP system

 

• Duties are generally prioritized in conformance with written instructions, established schedules, and predetermined priorities, allowing employees to perform independently with intermittent close supervision.

 

1.  Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional & courteous manner.

 

• Organized, adaptable, professional and able to follow instructions.

 

• Proficient in Word, Excel and be able to learn our PC Software.

 

• Demonstrate basic working knowledge of company services to assist staff with various functions.

 

• Must be able to lift and open packages weighing up to 50 lbs.

 

• Examines incoming material and compares with records, such as manifest, invoices, packing list, to verify accuracy of incoming material.

 

• Places parts in proper location after identifying and verifying incoming material is correct.

 

• Must be capable of performing inventory stock checks.

 

• Demonstrate understanding of ERP system as it relates to receiving.

 

• Demonstrate understanding of parts verification system.

 

• Maintains and files incoming material records in an organized manner daily.

 

• Occasionally assist shipping clerk with outgoing material.

 

• Maintains a clean and organizes area daily.

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy and safe work environment. Work in compliance with MPI, OSHA and MSDS safety policies.

 

• Proficiency with and working knowledge of MPI MIS (Aegis) software is required.

 

• Component Identification training is required.

1.  Duties and Responsibilities: all of the above and ability to train new employees.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

• 0-3 years of industry experience or equivalent is required.

Summary:
Perform soldering tasks throughout the assembly process

 

Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform soldering tasks on electronic assemblies.

 

• Works as a member of a team under the direction of the production supervisor/lead.

 

• Capability and ability to maintain production rates and flows.

 

• Functions under time pressure.

 

• Gets along with co-workers.

 

• Follow written instructions and manufacturing process.

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy, and safe work environment. Work in compliance with Microboard, OSHA, and SDS safety policies

 

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while performing soldering tasks.

 

• Ability to work under a microscope with excellent hand-eye coordination.

 

• Basic understanding of PCB assembly drawings (preferred).

 

• Ability to interpret assembly instructions and follow them accurately.

 

• Accepts change in a positive manner.

 

• Component identification training is required.

 

• Ability to read and apply work instructions.

Job Title: Marketing Intern

 

SUMMARY

Reporting to the VP of Business Development, the Marketing Intern supports the execution of the marketing plan through project support, market research, content generation, social media account engagement, and prospect research. Takes direction from the Business Development Specialist.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research competitors, industry trends, and trade organizations and analyze leads and prospects to support marketing strategies.

 

• Profile leads and prospects based on company-defined business case criteria and enter data into CRM for outbound nurturing campaigns

 

• Works with the Business Development Specialist to schedule and execute planned marketing activities to support internal business needs, including graphics, presentations, communications, and employee engagement activities and events

 

• Create engaging content for the company’s social media accounts, website, and news updates. Monitor, post, and interact with Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter audiences.

 

• Assist in tracking and reporting the performance of digital marketing and advertising campaigns using established KPIs, helping to measure success relative to marketing goals.

 

• Represent and promote the company brand at in-person college & high school events, ensuring a positive and professional image is consistently portrayed.

 

• Perform administrative tasks to support marketing activities and provide regular updates on project status, including schedules, milestones, deadlines, and potential roadblocks.

 

• Other duties may be assigned.

 

CHARACTERISTICS

• Works independently in a fast-paced environment

 

• Possesses team spirit and works professionally with others

 

• Brings a positive can-do attitude and good listening skills

 

• Communicates effectively in a professional and courteous behavior

 

• Demonstrates approachability and openness to different ideas

 

• Pays attention to detail and possesses good organizational skills

 

 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Enrolled as a Senior in college pursuing a degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, or a related field

 

• Minimum availability of 20hrs per week on-site (No sponsorship is available for this position)

 

• Experience using social media platforms, including Instagram & LinkedIn, for business outreach is desirable

 

• Experience using email outreach tools like ActiveCampaign, Mailchimp, and Constant Contact is a plus

 

• Experience using design and video production software (Photoshop, Canva, etc.) is a plus

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear. 

 

• The employee must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

Department: Surface Mount

 

Supervisor: Manufacturing Manager

 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

Summary: Operate screen printer, paste inspection, pick and place, and reflow oven. Works in conjunction with group leader, setup person, and parts coordinator in the setup and running of jobs on machines as directed by the supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional and courteous manner.

 

• Ability to solve minor problems and recognize bigger problems that require supervisor assistance.

 

• Good attention to detail and organizational skills.

 

• Works as a member of a team.

 

• Functions under time pressure.

 

• Gets along with co-workers.

 

• Accepts change in a positive manner.

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy and safe work environment. Work in compliance with MPI, OSHA and SDS safety policies.

 

• Proficiency with and working knowledge of MPI MIS (Aegis) software is required.

 

• Component Identification training is required.

 

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Level Distinction:

I. Operator can perform simple assembly tasks under moderate supervision using assembly instructions with high accuracy and moderate speed, including:

• Load/print/unload of screen printer and paste inspection machines.

 

• Load/operate/unload pick and place machine.

 

• Demonstrate a proficient knowledge of feeders.

 

• Load/unload reflow oven.

 

• 0-3 years of industry experience or equivalent is required

 

II. Operator can perform complex assembly tasks with little supervision using assembly instructions with high accuracy and high speed, including:

• Perform daily maintenance on the machines.

 

• Setup/tear down the screen printer, load stencil, monitor paste.

 

• Setup pick and place feeders, load programs into the machine, perform minor editing functions.

 

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of Fuji-tracks.

 

• Analyze and interpret management data from Fuji-tracks.

 

• Demonstrate working knowledge of screen printer, paste inspection, pick and place, and reflow oven.

 

• Recall proper oven profile.

 

• Manage inventory for projects which run in SMT.

 

• 1-5 years of industry experience or equivalent.

 

• IPC 610 Certification preferred.

 

• Hand placement of difficult parts.

 

• Capable of training and supervising others.

 

Education and/or Experience:

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.

 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

 

• Ability to write simple correspondence.

 

 

Mathematical Skills:

 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

 

• Ability to deal with problems involving simple variables in standardized (normal) situations.

 

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 frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

 

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

 

• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration.

 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E): Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations. Any of the following three serve as sufficient criteria in determining the need for P.P.E. compliance with:

• Microboard policy.

 

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) stipulations.

 

• OSHA regulations generally.

AOI Operator Summary:
Operate Automated Optical Inspection Equipment and identify defects on circuit board assemblies. 

Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional and courteous manner.

 

• Ability to solve minor problems and recognize bigger problems that require supervisor assistance.

 

• Good attention to detail and organizational skills.

 

• Runs jobs according to production releases, completing necessary paperwork and following documented procedures.

 

• Proficiency with and working knowledge of Microboard MIS (Aegis) software is required.

 

• Component Identification training is required.

 

• Performs rework on incomplete or partial assemblies.

 

• Completes shortage requests, time sheets and work order summary sheets.

 

• Cleans machines and related work area after each job.

 

• IPC 610 Certification preferred.

 

• Works as a member of a team.

 

• Functions under time pressure.

 

• Gets along with co-workers.

 

• Accepts change in a positive manner.

 

• Contributes to a positive, healthy and safe work environment. Work in compliance with Microboard, OSHA and SDS safety policies.

 

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the AOI machine.

 

• Demonstrate the ability to load the proper program, load and run boards, and log defects as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

 

• 0-3 years of industry experience or equivalent is required.

 

• Basic computer skills such as, shutdown, startup, and navigating folders

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, Vision Measuring Centers, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

 

Summary:

Inspect a wide variety of electronic components, bare PC boards, mechanical components to customer documentation as well as industry standards. Receiving Inspector shall be able to work with MINIMAL or NO supervision.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs incoming/receiving inspections on bare PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) per IPC-A-600.
• Performs incoming/receiving inspections on electrical and mechanical components.
• Examines quality of workmanship for conformity to customer documentation and industry standards.
• Verify the accuracy of documentation, such as Certificate of Conformity, FAI reports and Test data.
• Performs conformal coat inspection as assigned by the Group Leader.
• Follows established procedures for identifying and handling nonconforming materials.
• Assists engineering in developing quality inspection plans.
• Manage and publish inspection report.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience in electronics manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and speak English fluently.
• Have basic component ID knowledge. and soldering knowledge.
• Experience using MICRO-VU camera-based measuring system preferred. Experience programming MicroVu preferred.
• Be competent with using basic hand tools such as a micrometer and/or caliper.
• Must be comfortable reading customer documentation, and using digital manufacturing execution systems.
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must be able to effectively work in team environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Work independently with little or nosupervision.

 

 

 

Job Title:  Senior Engineering Manager

Department: Engineering

Supervisor: Executive Director- Engineering & Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Introduction:

Microboard Processing, Inc. (Microboard), located in Seymour, CT is a privately held, completely state-of-the-art Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that has been in business for 40 years. We are relentless with our continuous improvement philosophy as well as our equipment, software and human capabilities, employing the brightest minds and the newest equipment (FUJI NXT III SMT, Automated climate-controlled inventory towers, 5D X-Rays, in-line SPI’s and AOI’s, on-site Nitrogen Generation, etc.). We are constantly pursuing global certifications to maintain Microboard at the leading edge of technology with a keen sensitivity to our environment (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, AS9100D, ISO14001, CE, UL, ITAR.)

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Communicates and listens effectively in a professional and courteous manner.

 

• Must be organized and maintain professionalism at all times.

 

• Cooperates with supervisors, co-workers and works as a team.

 

• Organized, adaptable, professional and able to follow instructions.

 

• Proficient in Microsoft office Tools, ie, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

 

• Able to work directly with customer’s engineering group to improve designs and enhance processes.

 

• Manage the document control department to provide timely internal and external projects on time.

 

• Acquire basic working knowledge of company services to assist staff with various functions.

• Will need knowledge of all SMT equipment with experience programming printers, SPI, pick and place, reflow oven and AOI.

 

• Ability to interpret 2D x-ray images as well as 5DX x-ray images.  (programming is a plus).

 

• AutoCAD or Solid works experience/knowledge.

 

• Experience creating and debugging oven reflow profiles. Understanding the temperatures in both Fahrenheit & Celsius.

 

• Technical understanding of the functions of machinery both mechanically, electrically and software with the ability to troubleshoot.

 

• Selective and Wave solder experience which includes programming and technical support.

 

• Able to interpret assembly and fab drawings and the requirement within.

 

• Experience writing pre and post build DFM reports.

 

• Defect review/root cause analysis with resolution.

 

• Ability to work with other Engineers / and all floor Personnel.

 

• Experience with Stencil Design using Gerbers, CAD and any other design tools.

 

• Experience with Rework processes. Hot Air, BGA repair, Wash/PCA cleaning and routine solder iron rework.

 

• Knowledge of label creation programming and understanding of bar-codes.

 

• Class 1 3 IPC and J-STD training.

 

Technology Development

• Assists the Engineering & Technology Leader in researching industry trends, establishes technology roadmap to ensure Microboard maintains a competitive advantage in the markets we serve with leading edge equipment and capabilities

Expected outcomes:

• Ongoing assessment and reporting of internal capabilities vs market requirements in support of Microboard’s ability to reliably meet existing and future customer requirements

 

• Monitors and identifies impact and mitigations of disruptive technologies on the business

 

• Leadership team is consistently informed on latest EMS technology trends and market requirements in support of strategic planning process. Primary focus on equipment and technical staff investments

 

Sales & Customer Support

• Partners with Engineering & Technology Leader and the VP of Business Development in the sales prospecting process, provides technical support, engages with customer engineering staff, provides input regarding customer selection and portfolio management

 

• Key contributor to quoting process, provides technology fit, technical assessment and DFM inputs in support of comprehensive, accurate quotations

 

• Partners with program management to support existing customer requirements and new sales opportunities.  Considers internal capabilities vs. evolving customer design requirements

 

New Product Introduction

• Provides direct support of Documentation Control team

 

• Supports a robust structured NPI process and assists the Engineering & Technology Leader supports the dedicated NPI engineering team that results in a competitive advantage for Microboard. Deliverables include: 
  • DFM/DFT program to support a robust quotation process, ensure quality, reliability and cost management
  • Manufacturing process development in the pre-production phase
  • Quick turn production of new products
  • Robust component program
    • Regulatory requirements & Declarations (Conflict Minerals, RoHs, Reach)
    • Component obsolescence and product lifecycle management

Operations Support

 

• Assists the Engineering & Technology Leader with new equipment selection

 

• Supports Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams with validation planning and execution as required

 

• Assists the Engineering & Technology Leader with providing technical support to Manufacturing Engineering (Process and Test organizations) as needed to resolve complex manufacturing issues

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or other engineering discipline or equivalent experience and education 

 

• 10 year’s experience in electronic manufacturing services and minimum 5 years working with new product introductions

 

• SMT Manufacturing or EMS experience required

 

• Extensive knowledge of all PCBA processes, high level assemblies and box build

 

• Client/Customer facing experience required.  Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and suppliers

 

• Lean/Six Sigma experience required, Black Belt certification preferred

 

• Ability to lead change and experience with leading change; transformation experience required

 

• Ability to lead and experience with managing with integrity, coaching, mentoring and developing staff

 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project

 

• Experience with PCB design and CAD tools; Valor, Cadence, Cam 350, Autocad, Solidworks, etc.

 

• Ability to lead and manage projects

 

• Understanding of business finance required

 

• Experience in a regulated industry such as aerospace, defense or medical device

 

Education and/or Experience:

• Associates and/or B.A., B.S., Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.

 

• Prior on-the-job experience of at least 5 plus years in same or similar industry.

 

• Demonstrated positive Customer Service demeanor.

 

• Superior written and oral communication skills.

 

• Strong technical background with the understanding of circuit card and box build assemblies. 

 

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and speak English fluently.

 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

 

• Ability to write simple correspondence.

 

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
   

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

 

• Ability to deal with problems involving simple variables in standardized (normal) situations. 
   

 

Work Environment: The work environment is a clean, quiet and well-lit work space. 

 

 Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E):  Specific items of clothing and/or equipment may be required to perform certain functions and operations as required by Microboard or OSHA policy.