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Electronics Assembly Supervisor
Job Description
STS Technical Services is hiring an Electronics Assembly Supervisor in West Point, Mississippi.
This role leads the day-to-day operations of an electronics assembly area supporting defense vehicle platforms, with responsibility for production scheduling, workforce development, quality enforcement and adherence to engineering and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate combines hands-on electronics assembly experience with proven production leadership and a strong working knowledge of soldering, wiring, cable assembly, IPC standards and regulated manufacturing processes.
Position Overview
The Electronics Assembly Supervisor will coordinate the daily activities of electronics assembly technicians and assemblers across one or more production lines.
This position is responsible for maintaining production schedules, monitoring workmanship and quality, developing team members and ensuring assembly, soldering, wiring and testing activities conform to engineering drawings, IPC standards and customer specifications.
Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of electronics assembly technicians and assemblers
Schedule work across one or more production lines
Assign work based on production priorities, employee skill levels and schedule requirements
Review and interpret engineering drawings
Read wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
Follow work instructions to ensure assembly accuracy
Monitor production output and schedule adherence
Track quality metrics
Adjust staffing or production methods as needed
Escalate production and quality issues when required
Enforce
IPC-A-610
workmanship standards
Enforce
IPC/WHMA-A-620
requirements
Enforce
J-STD-001
workmanship standards
Conduct first-article inspections
Perform in-process inspections
Verify solder joints
Inspect wire routing and connector terminations
Verify component placement against engineering drawings
Train and mentor electronics assemblers
Cross-train team members on assembly processes
Train employees on equipment and quality requirements
Conduct performance evaluations
Provide coaching and feedback
Support disciplinary actions in coordination with HR
Ensure work is properly documented on travelers and routers
Maintain required production tracking documentation
Enforce safety policies and PPE requirements
Enforce ESD handling procedures
Participate in root cause analysis
Support corrective action activities
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Coordinate with Engineering, Quality and Planning teams
Support ECNs and process changes
Coordinate around material shortages
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Support 5S requirements throughout the electronics assembly area Qualifications High school diploma or GED
Minimum of five years of hands-on electronics assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum of two years of supervisory or lead experience directing production personnel
Knowledge of through-hole soldering techniques
Knowledge of surface mount soldering techniques
Experience with wire harnessing
Experience with cable assembly
Experience with connector termination
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics
Ability to work from bills of materials
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and/or
J-STD-001
workmanship standards
Experience using soldering stations
Experience using crimpers and wire strippers
Experience using multimeters
Experience using oscilloscopes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead a diverse production team Preferred Qualifications Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, electrical technology or a related field
IPC-A-610
CIS or CIT certification
J-STD-001
certification
Experience in defense manufacturing
Experience in aerospace manufacturing
Experience in another regulated manufacturing environment
Familiarity with ESD control programs based on
ANSI/ESD S20.20
Experience with ERP or MES systems
Production tracking experience
Labor reporting experience
Lean manufacturing experience
5S experience
Six Sigma experience Physical Requirements and Work Environment Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the production floor
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds regularly
Manual dexterity required to inspect fine-pitch solder work and small electronic components
Visual acuity sufficient for detailed electronics inspection
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise
Ability to work around ESD-sensitive materials
Exposure to soldering fumes
Required use of safety glasses
Required use of steel-toed boots
Required use of hearing protection
Required use of ESD grounding equipment About STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.
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If you have hands-on electronics assembly experience and a background leading production teams in a regulated manufacturing environment, apply today to join STS Technical Services as an Electronics Assembly Supervisor in West Point, Mississippi.
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