Process Technician

Process Technician About the Role As a Process Technician at Rocket EMS , you will support and improve manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, efficient, and repeatable printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) production. You’ll work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to monitor processes, troubleshoot production issues, and implement improvements. This role requires technical aptitude, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow and interpret manufacturing documentation. Candidates may qualify through a relevant technical degree, manufacturing experience, or a combination of education and experience. Prior electronics manufacturing experience is preferred. Responsibilities Review and interpret manufacturing process instructions (MPIs), engineering change orders (ECOs), deviations, assembly drawings, and customer specifications before production. Set up, monitor, and adjust SMT, through-hole, and supporting manufacturing processes under engineering guidance to meet applicable IPC standards and customer requirements. Assist with first article verification and new-build validation before production release. Troubleshoot process-related issues involving solder paste printing, component placement, reflow, wave soldering, selective soldering, and related assembly operations. Support engineers with process development, validation, and new product introduction (NPI) activities. Collect and analyze process data to identify trends, investigate root causes, and recommend improvements. Ensure compliance with electrostatic discharge (ESD), moisture-sensitive device (MSD), safety, and housekeeping requirements. Train and mentor operators on approved work instructions, process requirements, and best practices. Document process issues and approved changes, prepare shift pass-downs, and escalate unresolved concerns to engineering or quality management. Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on improving yield, consistency, throughput, and manufacturing efficiency. Support the setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting of polymerics processes, including conformal coating, staking, encapsulation, and underfill, in accordance with approved work instructions and customer requirements. Required Qualifications Education and Experience Candidates must meet at least one of the following: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, electronics, industrial technology, or a related technical field. Associate’s degree in a related technical field plus 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing role . High school diploma or equivalent plus 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing role . Qualifying manufacturing experience may come from electronics or other manufacturing industries, including production, assembly, equipment operation, maintenance, quality inspection, or process support. Skills and Abilities Strong technical aptitude and a systematic approach…