Assembly Technician I

Novanta•Middleton, WI

13d

About The Position

The Assembly Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for building and testing precision electro-mechanical products that support advanced manufacturing and healthcare technology. The technician follows established work instructions, drawings, schematics, test procedures, and quality standards to help ensure products meet safety, quality, delivery, and customer requirements. The role includes maintaining accurate documentation, identifying and communicating defects or process concerns, and working with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other team members to support reliable manufacturing execution.

Requirements

Applies the technical knowledge and skills needed to perform assembly and test work safely, accurately, and in accordance with established procedures.
Demonstrates energy, follow-through, and a willingness to learn while completing assigned work and supporting production priorities.
Seeks input, communicates effectively, and works across functions to resolve issues and improve manufacturing execution.
Builds trust through accuracy, transparency, integrity, and disciplined documentation.
Shares observations and supports improvements that help reduce defects, improve procedures, and strengthen process reliability.
Regularly lifts and moves up to 10 pounds; frequently lifts and moves up to 25 pounds; occasionally lifts and moves up to 50 pounds.
Has close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Has a steady hand, can handle small objects with care, and can control force.

Responsibilities

Assemble, inspect, test, calibrate, and verify nano-positioning and electro-mechanical devices, controllers, and related components according to established instructions, drawings, schematics, test procedures, and quality standards.
Safely and effectively operate manufacturing equipment, test equipment, software, fixtures, and hand tools while developing mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
Review test results, identify defects or process concerns, perform basic troubleshooting, and escalate issues using appropriate technical documentation and resources.
Maintain accurate records of assembly steps, test results, inspections, nonconformances, and production transactions in accordance with documentation requirements.
Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to support procedures, reduce defects, and contribute to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and customer satisfaction goals.