Job Description

Pole/Zero Corporation, a division of Microwave Products Group, is looking for talented people to join our organization!

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of four business units in five manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic and Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products engineered components and subsystems for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Position is the entry-level position that is responsible for the basic assembly of the standard and volume-based products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Solder various electronic components, wires and other electronic parts to designated locations on printed circuit boards to IPC regulations.
* Assemble microcircuits requiring fine hand assembly with the use of microscopes.
* Incorporation of engineering change to new and existing products at board level.
* Record activity into a database.
* Review ERP for proper configuration control specifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The following is a list, though not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to be in the referenced position.

* Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 is required.
* Ability to pass and obtain an IPC-610 certification is required.
* Basic mechanical skills.
* Basic computer skills.
* High level of attention to detail.
* Ability to read blueprints.
* Ability to interface effectively with internal customers.
* Ability to work closely with all levels of the organization.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The education and/or experience listed below represents the knowledge, skill 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 is required.
* Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
* 2+ years soldering experience required.
* 2+ years related defense manufacturing experience required.
* IPC-610 certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described below 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.

* Stand, walk, and sit throughout the 10-hour shift.
* The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.

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.

* Exposed to moving mechanical parts, and low voltage electrical circuits while on the manufacturing floor.
* Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
* Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when in restricted manufacturing areas.

WORK SCHEDULES:

* Normal work hours are 5:30 AM to 4:10 PM.
* Normal workdays are Monday through Thursday.
* Lunch period is 40 minutes per shift, unpaid.
* Breaks are two 15-minute per shift.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.