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Qualitel Corporation, located in Everett, WA is a business built on providing contract “high mix, high reliability” electronics manufacturing services for Fortune 500 companies in the aerospace, medical commercial and military segments.  We’ve built our reputation for providing companies with the absolute highest levels of quality and reliability.  Extensive quality standards, including but not limited to ISO9001, ISO 13485 and AS9100 combined with our experienced, loyal workforce and proven processes enable us to yield more reliable products.  Our difference is the incredible abilities, dedication and passion in the people that work here.  They know that their success is tied inextricably with the success of our customers.  Quality is so important that we’ve built our company, reputation and name on it.

To learn more about us, visit our website at https://www.qualitel.com/

It is this success that continues to result in continued growth through the addition of new customers, resulting in the following position opening:

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER reporting to Engineering Manager

Qualitel is growing rapidly and is adding this senior manufacturing leadership position within the company to manage the growth in the number of teams and shifts.   Qualitel is looking for someone that understands lean manufacturing concepts and electronics manufacturing processes to improve Qualitel’s position in high reliability for product quality, delivery, and costs.   The following are the position’s key responsibilities and success factors:

Responsibilities:

• Provide adequate tools and equipment to ease manufacturability. Support capacity/yield improvement initiatives.
• Create manufacturing programs, profiles, work instructions, and tooling to support manufacturing releases/builds
• Create/update/revise existing manufacturing procedures.
• Interfaces with a cross-functional team for support with engineering related processes and products.
• Ensure compliance with audit findings on a timely manner.
• Provide engineering technical support to the operations / manufacturing processes
• Develop and document Process Validations for all Qualitel automated manufacturing processes, and aid in Process Development of non-automated processes.
• Work and implement engineering special projects as needed.

Success Factors                                                               

• Release of manufacturing programs, profiles, work instructions, and tooling released are effective, ease of use, and efficient
• Creation and release of manufacturing processes are thoroughly validated, effective, and all risks are addressed
• Processes and work instructions/program created are efficient, accurate, and produces high quality yields
• Able to work on multiple projects and all other responsibilities assigned are done on timely manner, complete, and effective

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of electronics manufacturing experience
• Lean Manufacturing experience required
• Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards required
• Experience with ISO 13485 experience preferred

If you meet these qualifications and would like to work with a high quality employer who provides opportunity for learning and growth, submit your resume on-line to jobs@qualitelcorp.com.

All candidates must be legally eligible for employment in the U.S.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to and value a diverse workforce.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $70,000-$90,000 (DOE)
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

QA INSPECTOR I:  Ensure paperwork is accurate (i.e. travelers, prints, Bill of Material, etc.) and of current revision.  Visually examine assembly using halo lamp or other appropriate Inspection Aids for conformance to specifications (i.e. IPC-610, J-STD-001 or customer specifications).  Successfully complete J-Std. Training and IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies Training.  Document results of inspection on log sheets.  Observe product as it is being assembled and verify key process points consistent with Standard Operating Procedures. 

QA INSPECTOR II:  In addition to the above duties, performs other Quality Assurance and Manufacturing support duties to include most or all of the following:  Perform prototype inspections.  Meet requirements of Assembler II (Skills Matrix).  Assist the Document Control/Quality System department as needed in the processing of documents that support the needs of manufacturing (i.e. Manufacturing Aids, Bill of Materials, ECO's, etc.).  Perform periodic equipment/systems checks (i.e. Static Sensor, ESD Grounding, Wrist Straps & Tester, etc.).  Perform maintenance of the Calibration System and of the SPC charts.

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:  Post High School Technical training and certificate required, or a minimum of 1 year for Inspector I and 2 years for Inspector II related job experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  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 with co-workers and engineering and management staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.   Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as Algebra level I. Ability to apply mathematical operations to dimensional inspection tasks.

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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 talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $19/hr to $30/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Engineering with applicable functions related to Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, and Prototype Department.  Functions may include and not limited to:

• Create/update/revise existing manufacturing procedures.
• Provide adequate tools and equipment to ease device manufacturability.
• Revise and implement proposals for new product specifications or current specification modifications (E.C.O. System).
• Provide adequate disposition to non-conforming product/material.
• Interfaces with a cross-functional team on new equipment installations.
• Ensure compliance with audit findings on a timely manner.
• Work and implement special projects as assigned.
• Provide engineering technical support to the operations in the areas of mechanical assembly and test processes.
• Participate in the qualification and validation activities for all product and technology implementations.
• Support capacity/yield improvement initiatives.
• Develop and document Process Validations for all Qualitel automated manufacturing processes, and aid in Process Development of non-automated processes.

Other duties may be assigned.

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:  2 year technical degree from Technical Institute/College or  minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:   Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:  To solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $23.50/hr to $32/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER I:  Under direct supervision, perform basic and routine electro-mechanical assembly operations.  Use tools such as drills, soldering guns, screwdrivers, measuring instruments, and other hand tools.  Follow verbal and written instructions such as drawings, assembly layouts, sketches and work instructions in completing highly repetitive tasks.

MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER II:  Under minimal supervision, exhibit skills in all pre-requisites for Mechanical Assembler I plus: Ability to perform a wider variety, more complex assembly and sub-assembly tasks.  Demonstrate ability to organize and set up work area to maximize efficiency and quality. Perform quality checks. May perform conformal coating.

DESIREABLE 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 general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS.  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 effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with co-workers and engineering and management staff.

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 several concrete variables in standardized 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand or walk.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

*Physical Required:  Physician’s signature required – must be able to wear respirator for some tasks.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $16.50/hr to $26/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assembler I: Access and follow on-line documentation.  Prep components by hand or utilizing equipment per documentation.  Identify component values.  Pre-wave insert thru-hole components in pcb by hand. Hand-solder thru-hole components.   Verify work performed by your self and peers meet IPC standards.  Complete tasks within specified time or notify lead of inability to do so along with reason.

Assembler II: All functions required at Assembler I level.  Hand-solder SMT components.  Remove and replace thru-hole comp. without board damage.  Solder wires and cables.  Identify assembly and document issues.  Successfully complete J-Std. Training and IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies Training.

Assembler III: All functions required at Assembler I and II levels.  Remove and replace SMT components without board damage.  Perform SMT rework.  Provide back-up support for lead in their absence.  Write ECO to have assembly and document issues corrected.  Complete NCP form when non-conforming product is identified.  Successfully complete IPC-7711/IPC-7721 Rework and Repair of Electronic Assemblies Training.

DESIREABLE 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 general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS.  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 with co-workers and engineering and management staff.

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 several concrete variables in standardized 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee will be asked to stand to perform the tasks with 80-90% of the time as well as talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $19/hr to $30/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

KEY SUCESS FACTORS

• Production of high quality work, meeting all specifications, completed on time, and within established Labor Time Standards.
• The Lead should have the ability to back-up the Production Test Supervisor by having competency in performing any of their Principal Responsibilities related to CCA manufacturing
• Motivated, well cross trained employees with a positive “can do” attitude and ability to work in different areas as needed
• Work Order & work team integration with other shifts and departments.
• Minimization of OT
• Willingness to embrace change and work with management to implement improvements to CCA mfg operations
• Establish and maintain good communication methods with other shifts, Supervisors, and Management.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

TEST TECH I: Must have the ability to identify and understand the basic function of various electronic components, such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, transistors, and IC's. Ability to operate basic Test Equipment (multi-meters, scopes, ATE's). Must demonstrate understanding of basic electronic theory (resistance, capacitance, Ohm's Law, etc.). Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of CCA failures caused by minor obvious manufacturing errors, such as solder bridges & opens, missing parts, backward components. Reports to Test Supervisor

TEST TECH II: Posses all the skills of Test Technician I as well as being able to demonstrate understanding of advanced electronic theory, such as amplifier gain, active and passive filter networks, Digital and logic circuitry, etc. Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot to the component level. Reports to Test Supervisor.

TEST LEAD: Posses all the skills of Test Technician I and Test Technician II as well as being able to direct the work of others per the instructions and plans given to them by a Supervisor. Ability to handle minor employee H.R. issues (disputes, discipline to company policies/rules,etc.).

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: Associates degree in Electronics or certification program requiring two years to complete preferred, or 1-3 years related experience and/or training. Working knowledge of Electronic Theory and component level [digital and analog] troubleshooting practices required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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 talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $20/hr to $25/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Operate BGA Rework Equipment to remove and replace BGA & QFN components.
• Create Reflow profile to remove and install BGA & QFN components using BGA Rework Equipment.
• Ability to X-ray inspection of Rework devices to ensure quality of product.
• Knowledge of Rework/Repair of PCB (Surface Mount and Thru-hole technology) to IPC 7711/7721 .
• Knowledge of IPC-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rework/repair PCB’s in accordance with a schedule to IPC-7711, IPC-7721.
• Performs Rework/repair internal and external product to ensure PCB’s are reworked to the required customer and industry standards.
• Contribute effectively to the team to ensure objectives are met.
• Maintain scheduled workload within specified timescales.
• Work with Supervisor/Manager and Support Staff to solve issues and implement changes as required; make process flow and other improvement opportunity recommendations.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned at any time.

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.

• Skilled at soldering and board rework (surface mount and thru-hole technology) of fine pitch devices.
• Dexterity, steady hand to manipulate and position extremely small devices.
• Able to use a microscope to soldering rework for extended periods.
• Ability to work well with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of IPC-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
• Knowledge of rework/repair of PCB’s to IPC 7711/7721.
• Knowledge of IPC J-standard.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  2 years post High School education from a technical, junior or four year college or university; plus a minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as; percent, rate, ratio, and basic algebraic equations.

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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 and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $24 - $29/ hour (DOE)
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holiday, Life Insurance and more