PCB ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN

Our client is based in Hastings and due to their continual growth, we are delighted to be recruiting for a PCB Assembly Technician to join their team.

Main Duties

• Responsible for assembly, testing and repair of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and IoT devices.
• Critical to ensuring the quality and reliability of the products and requires a strong understanding of electronic circuits, soldering techniques, and PCB layout.
• Assemble electronic components onto PCBs using both surface-mount and through-hole techniques.
• Accurately place, solder, and inspect components following schematics, drawings, and work instructions.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as soldering irons.
• Perform visual inspections and functional tests on assembled PCBs to identify defects and ensure they meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair defective boards, including component replacement and solder rework.
• Document test results and work performed, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
• Install PCBs into IoT devices and perform final assembly.
• Processing of returned devices for fault finding or recycling.
• Complete production and quality control reports, noting any issues and resolutions.
• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy via workstation organization, following production processes and participating in stock takes.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the use of appropriate PPE and uniform, to ensure all work meets regulatory standards and work areas are kept clean, tidy and organised.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to provide feedback on PCB/ device designs which enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have manual though-hole soldering and assembly experience.
• Quality Assurance: Achieve a 98% pass rate in PCB assembly and testing processes.
• Precision Assembly: Ensure 100% accuracy in the placement and soldering of electronic components.

• Efficiency: Meet daily/ weekly production targets while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Inventory Management: Ensure component inventory is handled appropriately and in line with required consumption.
• Documentation Accuracy: Maintain complete and accurate records for all assembly and testing activities.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all information is recorded in a clear, accurate and timely manner.
• To communicate in a professional and courteous manner.
• To meet agreed deadlines as expected.
• Participate in staff group, team meetings and training courses.
• Participate and contribute to own appraisal and supervision sessions.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday.
• 6am to 2.30pm.
• 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.

We will try to respond to reply to all applicants. If, however you have not heard from us within 7 days you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements advertised by CDH Recruitment Limited.