Test Operator

Description

At Benchmark
, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better‑connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next‑generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential.

At Benchmark, your work is purpose‑driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Performs ICT and functional Go/No Go testing on systems assemblies, subassemblies, printed circuit boards and products utilizing test equipment and a variety of test instruments and procedures.

• Sets up test equipment; understands the test and assembly processes for each type of board or systems/subassembly tested.
• Operates test equipment requiring basic computer skills and the knowledge of test programs so that proper identification and interpretation of failure parameters can be recorded and entered into the Quality Management System (PFS).
• Identifies component types and reads component values or integrated circuits (ICS), resistors, capacitors, etc.
• Identifies, by sight or with appropriate devices, workmanship and material defects and affix appropriate marking or defect tags in accordance with Quality Assurance procedures.
• Follows step‑by‑step procedure while performing various duties such as frequency and/or voltage adjustment and observes meter readings to determine whether the item being tested meets minimum requirements specified in test procedure or test program.
• Maintains records of unit tested, accepted or rejected, utilizing statistical process control charts.
• Applies basic to intermediate knowledge of applicable specification and normal product standards to the performance of individual electrical test.
• All employees are responsible for the quality of their work to ensure BEI meets, or exceeds Customer Satisfaction.

• 0–1+ years of basic experience in electronics manufacturing, such as basic ICT/Flying Probe.
• Ability to use hand tools and general test equipment (multi‑meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.) if working with electronic components.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge operating DMMs to verify possible opens, short, resistance and diode check in working with electronic components.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, drawings, assembly prints, procedures, specifications and other documentation describing electronic assemblies if working with components.
• Comply with BEI quality assurance policies and methodologies; understand and use IPC quality and workmanship standards; develop a strong quality orientation.
• Accept opportunities to train on new equipment and to cross‑train into other site operations, as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required.
• Effective organization and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail.
• Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality and professionalism when representing the company.
• Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to work with diverse groups.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Location:
  
  Rochester, MN (Minnesota).
• Shift: Shift 1.
  
  Work schedule:
  
  Monday–Thursday 06:00–16:00.
• Full‑time position.

This position is classified as safety‑sensitive. Where permitted by applicable law or required by federal regulation, Benchmark will conduct a pre‑employment drug screen, which may include testing for THC. Benchmark maintains a drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace and may conduct reasonable‑suspicion…