Conformal Coating Operator (Second Shift)

Conformal Coating Operator

Machine Operation & Production

Process Monitoring & Quality

Masking & Board Preparation

Equipment & Material Handling

Documentation & Reporting

Compliance & Safety

Preferred

Soft Skills

Physical Requirements

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing, high-tech manufacturing environment

Schedule

• 8-hour shift, Monday–Friday
• Overtime and weekend availability as needed
• Pay Range
• $20 — $24 USD
• ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.
• Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. 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. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law. #zr

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Fine-motor coordination for handling PCBAs and masking materials.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Monitor coating application for proper coverage, thickness, and alignment during production runs.
• Perform in-process inspections using UV light, magnification, or inspection lamps to verify coating quality.
• Identify coating defects such as skips, bubbles, bridging, overspray, or masking issues.
• Escalate quality concerns or recurring defects to leads, supervisors, or process engineering.
• Support minor touch-up or corrective actions as trained and approved.
• 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.
• Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain coating equipment, fixtures, and workstations in a clean and organized condition.
• Properly label, store, and handle chemicals in accordance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Accurately complete travelers, production logs, and inspection checklists.
• Record lot information, machine settings (as required), and any process deviations.
• Communicate production status, downtime, or issues during shift handoffs.
• Follow all manufacturing instructions, IPC workmanship standards, and ESD control procedures.
• Adhere to chemical safety, PPE, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area at all times.