Production Associate |Shift 2 | Monday -Thursday | 4pm to 2:30am

Job Description

Job Description

BUILD SOMETHING THAT MATTERS. BE PART OF A TEAM WHERE QUALITY, PRECISION AND PRIDE GO HAND IN HAND.

We are looking for people with 3+ years of direct production & assembly experience.

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE | Full-Time | Shift 2 | 4pm - 2:30am with occasional overtime on Fridays 4pm to 9:30pm

PAY : $18/hour + $1.00 Shift differential

ABOUT ESI

At Electronic Systems Inc. (ESI), we build lasting partnerships with our customers by delivering products Done Right, On Time, backed by Legendary Service.

For more than 45 years, ESI has provided electronic contract manufacturing services to customers in the industrial, medical, energy, agriculture, biotech, and commercial markets across the globe. Our success is built on people who care about doing excellent work, solving problems, and continuously improving the way we operate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Work directly from prints or assembly instructions to assemble low-volume and prototype projects

• Insert electronic components by hand into printed circuit boards.

• Responsible for the accuracy of component placement and assembly of final product.

• Work with other assemblers to teach assembly and soldering techniques that will ensure quality and efficiency.

• Collaborate with teammates to share assembly and soldering techniques that support quality and efficiency.

• Communicate job status to team leaders

• Perform testing, packing, and related tasks requiring attention to detail and teamwork.

• Participate in continuous improvement and occasional overtime as needed

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment preferred.

• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to read and understand verbal or written English instructions.

• Self-starter who collaborates effectively across teams.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.

• Ability to distinguish colors and work around standard production odors.

• Proper PPE required per ESI Safety Policy and OSHA standards.

• Periods of sitting and standing for extended time.

• Bending, reaching, and twisting during assembly and packing.

WHY ESI

At ESI, we believe in growing our people. Many of our leaders began on the production floor and developed their leadership skills over time. We offer career paths built around curiosity, capability, and continuous improvement.

Whether it’s leadership development, new certifications, or hands-on training, we’ll help you keep learning and recognize the results you deliver.

This role is ideal for experienced production associates, line leads, or trainers who are ready to grow into a larger leadership role.

BENEFITS (For Full-Time Employees)

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Three Sanford Health medical options

• Delta Dental of SD

• VSP vision

• FREE Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Short-Term Disability

• AFLAC supplemental plans

• 401(k) match

• Company-paid Life/AD&D

SCHEDULE: Full-Time

• Full-time, on-site.
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Monday – Friday 7am to 3:30pm
• Occasional Overtime Saturdays 6am to 11am

ITAR ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

This position requires access to information and materials subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To be eligible for employment at ESI, applicants must be able to provide documentation demonstrating U.S. person status as defined by ITAR. Employment is contingent upon verification of this eligibility.

EEO & ACCOMMODATIONS

ESI is an equal opportunity employer. Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and associates unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.

PRE-HIRE SCREENINGS

ESI requires all new hires to successfully pass a background check and drug screen within 48 hours of job offer.