Failure Analysis Lab Technician II

Failure Analysis Lab Technician II – Benchmark

Location:

Winona, MN | Shift: 1st | Full Time

Benchmark is driven by a purpose to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world. As a Failure Analysis Lab Technician II, you will work on advanced aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical equipment to identify causes of failures and drive continuous improvement.

• Perform testing including sample preparation, cross‑sectioning, solderability wetting, X‑ray fluorescence, decapsulation, X‑ray imaging, microscopy inspection, and bench‑top electrical testing of passive/active components.
• Maintain work request logs and failure‑analysis laboratory metric summaries.
• Formulate structured failure‑analysis methods for defect determination.
• Contribute to the design of new laboratory capabilities.
• Train and serve as a backup operator on other lab equipment.
• Support safety, cleanliness, and appearance of the F/A lab daily.
• Perform all enhanced tasks with increasing independence, involving complex problems and limited supervision.

• Performance measured via Corporate and Divisional Balanced Score Card goals (Financial Performance, Customer Satisfaction, Operational Excellence, Employee Focus).
• Individual goals may be specific to the role, business segment, or contributions.

• 2‑year engineering or technical degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 2–3+ years electronics experience (Level I‑II) or 4–6+ years electronics manufacturing experience (Level II).
• Ability to interpret standards, specifications, and technical papers.
• Willingness to investigate root causes and alternative failure‑analysis methods.
• Preferred electronic component level debugging skills.
• Understanding of sample preparation and optical microscopy methods.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Effective interpersonal, multitasking, organization, and prioritization skills.
• High attention to detail, discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to support a 24/7 global operation, work overtime, and engage diverse groups.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Perform repetitive movements with arms, lift or pull up to 10 pounds at least 30% of the workday.

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 0700‑1530. Compensation: $28–35 USD per hour, variable based on skill, experience, and performance. Full‑time benefits include a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, Vision Insurance.

This position is safety‑sensitive. Benchmark will conduct a pre‑employment drug screen where permitted and adheres to local legal requirements regarding cannabis testing.

This posting remains open until the position is filled.

The role may involve access to controlled information. Employment may be contingent on U.S. person status or export license approval.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome a diverse workforce and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact  for assistance.