OperatorOperator Urgently hiring in Portland, ME!
Job Title:
Operator Pay: $19 per hour Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm or 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Start Date: Immediate openings! Looking for a rewarding opportunity with a focus on quality and career growth? Join a thriving electronics manufacturing company in Portland, ME, as an Operator and play a vital role in ensuring top-tier product quality every day. This hands-on role offers stability, competitive pay, and opportunities to expand your skills in a growing industry. As an Operator, you'll be responsible for inspecting printed circuit boards (PCBs) using systems to detect defects early in the manufacturing process. Your keen eye and attention to detail will support maintaining high standards and delivering reliable products. You'll work closely with production teams to troubleshoot issues, verify defect flags, and contribute to ongoing quality improvements.
What You'll Do:
As an Operator, you will be responsible for: Setting up and operating equipment to inspect surface mount and through-hole components accurately. Using magnification tools and microscopes to validate defects flagged by the systems. Differentiating between false calls and genuine defects to ensure quality. Recording inspection results meticulously and reporting findings to production teams. Maintaining and calibrating systems for optimal performance on a daily basis. Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives in the manufacturing process. What You'll Bring The ideal candidate for this role will have: Strong attention to detail and keen visual inspection skills. A quality-focused mindset and good organizational habits. Good eyesight and manual dexterity, as visual inspection of small PCB components is essential. Willingness to learn new skills, support other departments, and participate in cross-training. Basic understanding of quality control processes and safety procedures.
Nice-to-Haves:
Experience with PCB manufacturing or electronic assembly. Familiarity with inspection tools such as calipers, rulers, and microscopes. Knowledge of IPC standards (610, 770, 700, 7711, 7721) is a plus. Previous experience with first-piece, in-process, audit, and final inspections.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and BOMs. Experience with inspection tools is preferred but not mandatory. Why Join Us in Portland? Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Gain valuable experience in electronics manufacturing and quality control. Work in a modern, supportive environment focused on your growth. Opportunities for cross-training and advancing your career long-term. Location & Schedule This position is on-site in Portland, ME, with flexible shifts at 6:30 am3:00 pm or 7:30 am4:00 pm. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're eager to start a rewarding career as an Operator in Portland, ME, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don't waitwe're hiring now!
