Test Technician – 1st Shift

ELECTRONICS TEST TECHNICIAN – 1ST SHIFT

Olathe, KS (Kansas City metro)

Schedule:

Mon-Thu 6:00am-3:30pm, Fri 6:00am-2:30pm, every other Friday off. Occasional extended hours based on business needs.

Pay: $24.00-$28.00/hour depending on experience

An electronics manufacturer in the Kansas City metro that builds printed circuit board assemblies and finished electronic products is adding Test Technicians to its Test department. You will independently test, troubleshoot and repair electronics from the component level through final system acceptance, diagnose complex failures, support test fixture setup and help resolve recurring production and test issues. Reports to the Production Supervisor.

• Independently set up hardware and software for test procedures and assist operators with test fixture setup

• Apply knowledge of electronic circuitry, schematics and test equipment to diagnose failed assemblies

• Perform component-level through system-level testing, including environmental and final acceptance testing

• Perform complex technical tests and diagnose issues effectively and on time

• Use computer applications and test equipment to complete testing and document results accurately

• Follow and maintain established test procedures and flag needed updates

• Evaluate workmanship for acceptance or rejection against specifications, including IPC Class 2 and Class 3 requirements

• Test, troubleshoot and repair customer boards and equipment with limited guidance

• Identify test fixture issues, enter repair requests and provide the information needed to resolve them

• Assess the impact of rework on printed circuit board reliability and the economic impact of continued troubleshooting

• Communicate technical issues, discrepancies and improvement ideas to supervisors, engineering and production

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent experience

• 1 to 3 years of experience testing, troubleshooting and repairing digital and analog circuits preferred

• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and independently resolve non-routine technical issues

• Reliable attendance

• Through-hole or surface-mount soldering experience

• Familiarity with IPC Class 2 and Class 3 specifications

• Proficiency with multimeters, oscilloscopes or other test equipment

• Familiarity with Python, Linux, C or C++

• Electronics manufacturing or assembly experience

• Electronics manufacturing floor

• Move and handle assemblies up to 10 pounds

• Operate hand tools and perform repetitive movements