Assembler II presso PAC Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Assembler II- Lake Forest, California

Who we are: 

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!  

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills, and more.

JOB SUMMARY

• Performs a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies or sub- assemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Build cable, harnessing and mechanical assemblies.
• Position and align parts and components. Secure them in place or remove them using appropriate, various methods including soldering, crimping, fastening, gluing, etc. Install assemblies in cases or cabinets.
• Bundle and route wiring within the product being worked.
• Perform initial tests to check for faulty parts, continuity, etc.
• Tend to machines that prepare or assemble parts.
• Build printed wiring board assemblies and perform rework and modifications of prototype boards.
• Assist engineers in building bread boards.
• Assist engineers with sheet metal modifications.
• Build setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications.
• Read and interpret work orders and follow drawings or sample assemblies to facilitate assembly work.

The salary or hourly wage range of $18.75 – $31.73 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to an individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 - 5 years experience performing electro-mechanical assembly with an emphasis on cable/ harness rework and electronic/ electrical soldering and termination.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Skilled knowledge of cable and harness rework and fabrication including pinning and depinning, various termination methods, labeling and dressing, wire routing, splicing, etc.
• Excellent SMT (surface mount technology) and THT (through-hole technology) skills.
• Proficient ability to read schematic diagrams and blueprints and interpret for work performance.
• Skilled ability to using hand tools, limited power tools, soldering irons including under a microscope, and basic machining equipment.
• Ability to follow procedures and adhere to regulations related to work being performed.
• Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Receives assignments, scheduling and assembly instructions from Lab Supervisor and Lead person.
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
• Normally follows established procedures on routine work and requires instructions only on new assignments.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift, push and pull from up to 40 lbs. on a daily basis.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion including bending, twisting and various hand and arm movements.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.

What we offer: 

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspect of leading our industry is the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive, and flexible benefits program. 

• Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company-paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked. 
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.  
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1 
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employees, spouse, and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program. 

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety-sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporation.