Electronics Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

⚡ Electronics Assembly Technician

Precision Electronics, Soldering & Wiring

???? Joliet, IL 60441 | 1st Shift
???? Full-Time
???? $20–$25/hour DOE

Build Precision Instruments From the Ground Up

Vitrek LLC is looking for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our production team in Joliet. This hands-on role focuses on assembling, wiring, soldering, testing, and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement and testing applications. If you take pride in precision soldering, clean workmanship, and building complex assemblies to exact specifications , this is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work in a specialized manufacturing environment.

???? What You’ll Do

• Perform SMT and through-hole soldering , including fine-pitch components and rework using magnification equipment
• Assemble electronic subassemblies, electro-mechanical products, and complete box-build systems
• Build, route, terminate, and label wires, cables, and harnesses to specifications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, BOMs, and ECOs
• Inspect assemblies for workmanship, functionality, and compliance with production requirements
• Prepare components and materials by cutting, stripping, labeling, and organizing parts for assembly
• Follow established quality and safety procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and production-ready work areas
• Support production goals and assist with additional assembly activities as needed

???? What You Bring

Required

• 3+ years of electro-mechanical assembly experience , military technical training, or a combination of both
• Hands-on experience with SMT and through-hole soldering , including fine-pitch components
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and assembly documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently while following written and verbal instructions
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Effective communication and a collaborative approach
• Ability to work overtime as production needs require

Preferred

• IPC soldering certification or equivalent electronics assembly training
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, precision instrumentation, or a similar technical production environment

???? Why Join Vitrek?

• $20–$25/hour , based on experience
• 1st shift schedule
• Multiple medical plan options, including PPO
• Multiple dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Long-term disability and group life/AD&D
• Voluntary short-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and term life coverage
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Paid time off
• Stable, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for technical development and career growth

???? Physical Requirements

• Perform repetitive precision assembly requiring manual dexterity and strong hand-eye coordination
• Stand for extended periods during shifts
• Lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 40 lbs. regularly

???? Build What Matters

If you're an experienced electronics assembler who enjoys fine-pitch soldering, wiring, hands-on assembly, and producing work you can be proud of , we'd like to hear from you.  Apply today to join Vitrek's production team in Joliet, IL!