Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay: $22–$24/hour

Location: Shakopee, MN

Position Summary

The Assembly Specialist II supports low-volume production, customer repairs, rework, and product modifications within an electronics manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on support across multiple stages of the production process, including manual assembly, inspection, and process improvement, while ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review documentation packages, routers, BOMs, assembly prints, and customer instructions to ensure accurate assembly processes
• Perform manual assembly using microscopes, halo lights, soldering irons, and precision tools
• Dispense solder paste and place small, fine-pitch, and leadless components (0201s, ICs, diodes, LEDs, connectors, switches) under a microscope
• Hand solder and reflow assemblies using ovens or to J-STD-001 standards
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of SMT and through-hole assemblies (alignment, polarity, accuracy, quality)
• Assemble cables and electronic components per customer specifications
• Assist with SMT (auto-assisted) assembly processes and support shipping/receiving as needed
• Support X-ray inspection processes under supervision
• Interpret BOMs, assembly drawings, routers, and work instructions
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality
• Maintain compliance with IPC standards, including IPC-A-610 requirements

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required

• 2+ years of experience in electronics assembly, SMT, or related manufacturing environment

• Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret BOMs, assembly prints, routers, and technical work instructions

• Experience with hand soldering and working under a microscope

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Basic math, computer, and documentation skills

• Strong hand-eye coordination for precision assembly work

Certifications (Preferred)

• IPC-A-610
• J-STD-001

You should be proficient in:

• IPC-A-610
• Soldering