Circuit Board Tester

Fluid Components International San Marcos, CA

Description

Department: Industrial Machining

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Position Type: Hourly, RFT

About the Company: 

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications. 

The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments. 

At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world – one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed. 

The company’s corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

Position Summary: 

The Assembler is responsible for performing electro-mechanical assembly operations of light to moderate complexity in support of production goals. This role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety and quality standards to ensure products meet design and performance requirements.

Alternative Work Schedule (AWS): Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour workdays per week. Shifts may start as early as 5:00 a.m. based on business needs. 

Essential Job Functions:

• On a production basis, perform light mechanical assembly work, which is typically of low to medium complexity and requires fitting, alignment, adjustments of components and assemblies. 
• Performs pass/fail function tests using manual and automated test equipment and document all test results. 
• Perform accurate job moves using company business system.
• Work from assembly documentation such as assembly drawings, wiring diagrams and work instructions with a minimum of supervision.
• Communicate clearly with Electronic Technicians, Circuit Board Lead and management support team in order to improve reliability and quality of assembled and tested item.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Understand and support the company’s quality policy and applicable elements of the quality management system.
• Take responsibility for reducing, eliminating, and preventing quality deficiencies, including product escapes.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to products, process, or quality systems.
• Identify quality issues and elevate concerns through appropriate channels for corrective action.
• Exercise authority and responsibility to uphold quality standards in daily work.

Quality Responsibilities:

• Understand and support the Quality Policy and applicable elements of the Quality Management System relevant to assigned work areas.
• Take proactive action to reduce, eliminate, and prevent quality deficiencies, including product or process escapes.
• Initiate actions to prevent nonconformities related to products, processes, and quality systems.
• Exercise responsibility and authority to identify quality concerns and elevate issues for timely resolution within the quality system.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain professional, constructive, and collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Essential/Preferred Skills:

• 0–2 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly or repair of electro-mechanical devices, instruments, or units preferred.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to use computer system, perform data input. Basic knowledge of electrical theory preferred.
• Able to use a large variety of small hand tools, including but not limited to screwdrivers, wrenches and soldering irons.
• Able to use basic electrical measuring tools such as multimeters, insulation resistance meters, decade boxes and test fixtures.

 
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and production environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, hand tools, and test equipment.
• May involve exposure to electrical components, adhesives, solvents, and potting materials, with appropriate safety controls and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Noise levels are generally moderate and may vary based on production activity.
• Work may be performed while standing or sitting at an assembly workstation for extended periods.
• Requires repetitive use of hands and wrists for assembly, testing, inspection, and material handling tasks.
• Requires fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and the ability to use hand tools and test instruments with precision.
• Requires the ability to bend, reach, walk, and move within the work area as needed throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Requires the ability to visually inspect small components, read drawings, labels, and computer screens, with or without corrective lenses.

At DwyerOmega, we’re committed to fair, transparent compensation. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range that reflects the role, location, experience, and internal equity. We encourage open conversations about pay and are happy to discuss compensation at any stage of the hiring process.