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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

BENEFITS

  • Employees who regularly work a minimum of 25 hours per week are eligible for life, disability, and medical insurance after completion of the introductory period.
  • Short-term disability insurance is available to hourly employees at a minimal cost.
  • Long-term disability insurance is paid at 100% for employees covered under the medical insurance plan.
  • Workers' compensation insurance is required by state law and is paid for entirely by the company.
  • The company is 100% owned by the employees through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Additional benefits include profit sharing, college savings plan, credit union.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • 11 paid holidays per year upon completion of introductory period.

VACATION

  • 1 Year of Service - One week (5 days)
  • 2 Years of Service - Two weeks (10 days)
  • 10 Years of Service - Three weeks (15 days)
  • 18 Years of Service - Four weeks (20 days)
  • Five earned days per year after first year.

CURRENT JOB POSTINGS

Manager of Procurement

This is a senior level position reporting to the Vice President of Operations. Sechan is a high mix, low to mid volume designer and manufacturer of complex electronic systems used exclusively in defense related applications. The procurement activity spans a variable, diverse range of materials including discrete electronic components and custom metal fabrications, through complex electronic system elements. Responsibilities of this position include proposal material costing, strategic supplier development, management of materials procurement, and propagation of continuous improvement initiatives. Minimum qualifications include a four year degree in business administration or a related field, and five years procurement management experience in the defense industry. A complete understanding of AS9100 requirements as well as Federal Acquisition Requirements is also needed. Understanding and experience in the support of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma projects will be deemed as a valuable asset.

Manager of Program Planning

This newly created position reports directly to the Vice President of Operations. It is a working manager position responsible for the direct oversight of the planning staff, program planning functions, and coordination of plant scheduling.

Education and related work experience requirements include:

  • A four (4) year degree in business administration or related field
  • APICS CPIM Accreditation
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in program planning
  • Comprehensive knowledge of MRP software
  • Theory of constraints based manufacturing systems

In order to be successful in this position the following personal skills must be present:
  • Ability to foster collaboration in an open, team work environment
  • Communication skills that facilitate effective, efficient interchange across all levels of the organization
  • Administrative skills that support the propagation of multiple, urgent tasks
  • Detailed analytic and problem solving skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Maintenance Technician

Perform scheduled maintenance of various machines to support Automated Circuit Card Assembly. Machines include, but not limited to, Surface Mount, Wave Solder, Selective Solder and Aqua-storm. Other duties will include supporting assembly as needed. Applicant must have a strong mechanical aptitude and a working knowledge of electrical controls. Experience in general maintenance of motors and conveyor systems helpful. Must be computer literate and possess good communications skills. Two years of Trade/Vocational school desired or, equivalent experience in a maintenance environment. Opening on 1st or 2nd shift.

Assemblers

Experience in soldering and basic understanding of manufacturing drawings and work instructions is preferred, however a full training program is provided. Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, strong reading, comprehension, and retention skills are required. Several positions exist from small mechanism assembly at a bench to larger hand tools, conformal coating of circuit cards, and also wire harness assembly.

Manufacturing Engineering Lead Person-Circuit Card Assemblies

Provides advanced engineering expertise in support of the design, and integration of highly complex circuit card assemblies. Technical expertise should include a broad background in circuit card assembly with a strong concentration in surface mount technology/processes. Demonstrated process expertise shall include: Component Lead Forming, Solder Paste Stencil Printing, Pick and Place, Solder Reflow, Cleaning Systems, Through Hole Assembly, Wave and Selective Soldering, Post Automated Hand Assembly processes, Bonding and Conformal Coating. Competency in Design for Manufacturing, SPC, Manufacturing Fixture Design is also a plus. Tasks may include: creation of manufacturing instructions, data analysis, process development, preparation of estimates for bids and proposals, development of plant and facility layouts, etc. Emphasis is on leadership and coordination of the overall strategic technical direction of Circuit Card Assembly Manufacturing Technology. Requires the application of engineering standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques in ways that are highly innovative. A focus on developing best practices and on mentoring others will also be expected. A minimum of 5 years’ experience and a BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Manufacturing Supervisor

Position available for a Manufacturing Supervisor to manage the conformal coating processes of high reliability/military circuit cards. The position involves the supervision of 10 – 15 personnel. Preferred applicants will have knowledge of IPC-A-610; advanced organizational skills; experience managing /supervising a high product mix, moderate to high product volume environment using discrete manufacturing operations to accomplish objectives; ability to problem solve, adjust priorities and work across multidiscipline functions a must. Applicants should also have experience with Lean Manufacturing.

Assembly/Soldering

Sechan seeks a high reliability electronics solderer. The ideal candidate will have Military Class 3, J-STD-001, & IPC-A-610 certifications. Minimum experience to be considered is Commercial Class 1 with 2 years experience. Computer knowledge, personal discipline and a positive attitude are desirable work capabilities. The position is full time, first shift.

Circuit Card Assembly

Openings for individuals in circuit card automatic assembly operations, electronics final assembly and final system integration. Experience in operating automatic assembly equipment (surface mount and through hole), SPC, soldering, and basic understanding of manufacturing drawings and work instructions preferred. Openings on 1st and 2nd shift.


APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.

NOTICE: Sechan performs pre-employment drug testing and background checks for all potential new hires.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Sechan Electronics, Inc.
525 Furnace Hills Pike
Lititz, PA 17543

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Sechan Electronics, Inc. :: 525 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA 17543-8954
Phone: 717.627.4141 :: Fax: 717.627.4144 :: sales@sechan.com