PCB Assembler

BE PART OF SOMETHING EXCITING! Surface Technology International Ltd (STI) is a specialist Contract Electronics Manufacturer, serving world-class customers in high-reliability industries by providing electronics design and manufacturing solutions in both printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and full box-build manufacturing. STI provides a full set of manufacturing services, from concept design through prototyping, production to complete box build including thermal vibration and full product test. STI also provides full lifecycle support - spares, repairs and long-term obsolescence management.
We currently have a very exciting opportunity as a PCB Assembler who will be carrying out hand assembly of Printed Circuit Boards to quality and industry standards.
The PCB Assembler role will involve:
+ Using written work instructions and items lists to assemble products to customer specifications and IPCJ-STD-001 Class 3 as directed
+ Soldering conventional components
+ Preforming, inserting and cropping component leads using hand tools
+ Incorporating modifications such as wire links
+ Hand placing and soldering surface mount components
+ Understanding and identifying common components / device types and value decoding
Complying with all 5S activities as required

+ Ability to work to written instructions and bills of materials
+ IPC certifications are required
+ Experience in PCB assembly is required
+ Understanding of component identification codes such as resistors, capacitors and ICs
+ High attention to detail and accuracy
+ High concentration levels
+ Excellent level of dexterity
+ Flexible and proactive approach
+ Able to respond to changes in demand and meet tight deadlines

We offer 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & Flex Days), early finish on a Friday, Flexible working opportunities, Company Pension Scheme, Health Cash Back Scheme, a range of discounts and excellent training and development opportunities. We also pay for professional memberships on a case-by-case basis.