Rocketems

Conformal Coating Operator (Second Shift)

Carson City, NV

Sponsorship not specified$20k-$24kDetected 14 hours ago

Communication

About the role

The Conformal Coating Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and supporting automated and semi-automated conformal coating equipment to apply protective coatings to printed circuit boards (PCBs).

Perform in-process inspections using UV light, magnification, or inspection lamps to verify coating quality.
Escalate quality concerns or recurring defects to leads, supervisors, or process engineering.
Support minor touch-up or corrective actions as trained and approved.

Experience operating manufacturing or automated equipment in an electronics or PCBA environment.
Familiarity with conformal coating processes and materials (acrylic, silicone, urethane).
Ability to read and follow work instructions, travelers, and process documentation.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as required.
Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Preferred
Basic understanding of IPC-A-610 standards or willingness to obtain certification.
Comfortable working with UV inspection tools and precision equipment.
Soft Skills
Strong attention to detail and process discipline.
Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
Clear communication skills and willingness to escalate issues.
Dependable, safety-conscious, and quality-focused.
Physical Requirements
Fine-motor coordination for handling PCBAs and masking materials.

Set up, operate, and monitor conformal coating equipment (selective spray, automated systems, or manual-assisted processes).
Load and unload PCBAs, ensuring correct orientation, fixturing, and program selection.
Start, stop, and adjust machine parameters as directed by work instructions or process documentation.
Identify coating defects such as skips, bubbles, bridging, overspray, or masking issues.
Apply and remove masking materials per work instructions prior to and after coating.
Prepare boards for coating by verifying cleanliness, masking integrity, and traveler accuracy.
Assist with demasking and post-coating handling to prevent damage to coated assemblies.
Refill coating materials, solvents, and consumables following safety and handling procedures.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off and company holidays
Monitor coating application for proper coverage, thickness, and alignment during production runs.

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