Drilling Technician

Company: Advantest America
Location: South Plainfield
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description:

R&D Circuits, a member company of Advantest America, Inc., is wholly owned by Advantest Corporation (a Tokyo Stock Exchange listed company). For over 50 years, R&D Circuits has been a leader in the printed circuit board industry.

Primary Responsibilities:

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• Set up and operate numerical-control drilling machines to drill holes into printed circuit boards according to specifications.
  
• Load program files containing programmed commands into the machine or enter commands to retrieve programmed control data.
  
• Review setup instructions, blueprints, and work orders to determine drilling requirements and machine settings.
  
• Load and unload PCB panels onto drilling machines, ensuring proper alignment and securing.
  
• Maintain drill bits, replacing worn or damaged ones to ensure optimal performance and hole quality.
  
• Monitor the drilling process to ensure the quality of holes.
  
• Perform quality control checks using measuring instruments like micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues with drilling equipment or processes.
  
• Maintain and clean drilling equipment regularly.
  
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
  
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient production flow.
  
• Maintain accurate records of production output, machine settings, and quality inspection results.
  
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce defects.
  

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