Description

Technician, Supervisor Prototype Manufacturing Lab

Objective of the role:

• Lead and manage the prototype manufacturing lab, specializing in PCBA, cable, and transformer assembly.
• Act as the technical lead, guiding a team of two employees on assembly, troubleshooting, and quality assurance.
• Operate, set up, and maintain production machines used in the prototype manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to meet design specifications and project timelines.
• Demonstrate a hands-on mentality and willingness to perform tasks such as soldering and assembly as needed to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Ensure high-quality standards, efficient workflows, and adherence to industry regulations.
• Oversee lab resources, including inventory management and equipment maintenance.
• Continuously optimize processes to improve efficiency and product quality.

Education and work experience:

Education:

• Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) in Electronics, Automation, or a related technical field.

• Advanced training such as a Federal PET Diploma (Techniker HF) in Electronics, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent qualifications of advantage.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in electronics assembly, including PCBA and cable assembly – experience in transformer assembly is a plus.

• Experience in operating and setting up production machines in a prototyping or manufacturing environment.

• Experience in a supervisory or team lead role.

• Familiarity with Swiss industry standards and compliance requirements.

Professional expertise:

Technical Knowledge:

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining production equipment used for PCBA, cable, and transformer assembly.
• Expertise in soldering, reworking, and assembling electronic components, with a willingness to perform hands-on tasks.
• Strong understanding of IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620).
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, BOMs, and technical drawings.

Process Optimization:

• Experience in establishing efficient workflows and optimizing machine setup for prototyping.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or similar methodologies is a plus.

Equipment and Resource Management:

• Skill in calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining production and lab equipment.
• Competence in inventory tracking and ensuring adequate stock of components and tools.

Language skills

• Proficiency in both spoken and written German and English is required. Knowledge of French is a plus.

Soft skills:

• Hands-On Mentality:

• Willingness to actively engage in assembly, soldering, and troubleshooting alongside the team.
• Commitment to ensuring project success through personal involvement in technical tasks when necessary.

• Leadership and Team Management:

• Strong ability to manage, train, and motivate a small team.
• Effective delegation and task prioritization to meet project deadlines.

• Communication and Collaboration:

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with design engineers, project managers, and procurement teams.
• Clear communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving and Organization:

• Analytical mindset to identify and resolve technical and operational challenges.
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Adaptability and Innovation:

• Proactive in adopting new technologies and methodologies to enhance lab capabilities.
• Flexible in adapting to shifting project requirements.