About the role
Ludlum Measurements, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Scaler - Assembly to join our Surface Mount team in Sweetwater, TX. This person will install electronic components by loading, operating, and maintaining the surface mount machine. In this role you will also rotate between other positions within the department involving operating automated inspection equipment and perform detailed soldering when replacing components as needed.
To be successful in this role you will need to be a self-motivated individual with keen attention to detail along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person
Job Duties & Responsibilities: * Read drawings, bill of materials and other supporting documents to build up blank circuit boards * Manage and change components as needed to complete jobs on a pick and place machine * Applying solder paste to boards using specialized stencils and a solder pasting machine * Installing parts on blank circuit boards using an automated component pick and place machine * Perform quality control by using an automated optical inspection machine to identify various potential problems * Rework and/or repair circuit boards by installing and removing components as required * All other job duties as assigned
Skills & Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent * Proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel * Self-motivated starter able to take initiative to complete work * Ability to learn, adapt and troubleshoot to deal with challenges as they arise * High attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications * Solder experience * Experience operating automated equipment * Experience reading engineering drawings * Basic understanding of circuit board technology and component types found on circuit boards
Compensation / Benefits * Salary is dependent upon experience * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Life Insurance * 401(k) with company match * Paid time off and holidays * Flexible Spending Account * Opportunities for professional growth and development
About Ludlum Measurements Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments used in environmental, industrial, and governmental applications around the world. Since 1962, we’ve been dedicated to building reliable products and providing exceptional customer support to help protect people and the environment. When you join Ludlums, you will learn new skills, acquire knowledge, and use these values to help grow in your career and fulfill your professional goals. We have a technical, clever talent pool here and want you to join us!
EOE Disclaimer Ludlum Measurements is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or any other federal, state, or local protected class and will not be discriminated against based on disability. If you would like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact HR at [email protected]. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.