Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician

JOB-10047981

Anticipated Start Date

November 16, 2026

Location

Sugar Land, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Technician performs technical duties within electronic, mechanical, or systems manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for conducting tests, measurements, production operations, and process controls to ensure products meet quality and performance standards.

Job Description

• Perform technical tasks and support projects within assigned functional work groups.
• Conduct testing using established techniques and procedures to support key manufacturing cell projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Follow job packets, routings, work orders, wire lists, quality travelers, and bills of material.
• Identify components and understand bill of material structures, including parent/child relationships.
• Perform wire preparation, stripping, crimping, harness repair, and wire termination as required.
• Select and safely use appropriate manual hand tools and power tools.
• Maintain production tools, equipment, and work areas to support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair product, process, and program defects.
• Apply technical knowledge of electronics, hydraulics, mechanical assemblies, and automated machine operation and programming.
• Navigate basic software applications used in manufacturing processes.
• Follow established manufacturing procedures and quality requirements to ensure consistent production results.
• Apply the principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to promote continuous improvement, productivity, and operational efficiency.

Skills Required

• 1–3 years of relevant manufacturing or technical experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to select and operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Basic understanding of bills of material and parent/child component structures.
• Ability to navigate simple software applications.
• Knowledge of wire preparation, stripping, crimping, harness repair, or termination techniques is beneficial.
• Familiarity with mechanical assemblies, electronics, hydraulics, or automated manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to identify components and perform precise assembly and repair tasks.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and adherence to established processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a manufacturing team.
• Willingness to learn new technical processes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Education

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, or a related technical discipline.

Additional requirements

• Sh ift: 06:00 to 13:30 Monday through Friday.

Pay rate

• $23 - $25 per hour (Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors)

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.