Manufacturing Technician ; Day Shift

Job Title:

Manufacturing Technician 3 (Day Shift)
Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician 3 assembles, tests, troubleshoots, and prepares complex systems for shipment while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role works on a variety of mechanical, electrical, and control components, follows detailed work instructions, and partners closely with engineering and other teams to ensure systems are built accurately and delivered on time.

• Demonstrate safe work practices at all times, including electrical safety, proper lifting techniques, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow detailed work instructions to integrate subassemblies and components into complex systems in preparation for functional testing.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics to ensure accurate assembly and configuration of systems.
• Use precision measurement tools such as torque wrenches, digital multimeters (DMMs), height standards, levels, and specialized electronic data-gathering tools as specified in work instructions.
• Disassemble completed systems and pack them securely for shipment and delivery to customers, ensuring all components and documentation are included.
• Write clear daily pass downs to communicate build status, issues, and priorities to other team members and shifts.
• Store build data and documentation accurately as directed, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal processes.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment and assist Manufacturing Engineers in diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, or control issues.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve safety, manufacturing processes, or 6S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) practices as they arise.
• Assemble and manufacture complex systems that may include vacuum-based equipment, electrical assemblies, mechanical components, and control boxes.
• Use standard hand tools and standard office tools to complete assembly, testing, and documentation tasks.
• Perform repetitive assembly and manufacturing tasks while sitting or standing, maintaining attention to detail and consistency.
• Work overtime, holidays, and weekends as required to support production schedules and revenue goals.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support the manufacturing and production operations.

• 2 to 4 years of hands-on experience in assembly and troubleshooting of complex systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools, including torque wrenches, digital multimeters (DMMs), height standards, levels, and electronic data-gathering tools.
• Knowledge of hardware, software, and control systems related to complex equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in assembling and manufacturing complex systems, including vacuum-based equipment, electrical components, mechanical assemblies, and control boxes.
• Aptitude for identifying and resolving recurring problems in a manufacturing environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface with assembly technicians, engineering, leadership, customers, sales, and marketing.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as part of daily tasks.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while sitting or standing for extended periods.
• Ability to use standard hand tools and standard office tools effectively.
• Willingness and ability to work the second shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, as well as overtime, holidays, and weekends when required.

• Associates degree in technical engineering is preferred.
• Background in technical field service is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience using MS Word and Excel is preferred.
• Familiarity with 6S or similar continuous improvement and workplace organization practices is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

This role operates in a manufacturing and assembly environment focused on building complex systems that may include vacuum-based equipment, electrical assemblies, mechanical components, and control boxes. The position is scheduled for the second shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with the expectation of occasional overtime, holiday, and weekend work to meet production and revenue…