Electronics Assembly Technician

Vitrek Corporation•Lockport, IL

3d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Vitrek LLC is hiring an experienced Electronics Assembly Technician for its production team in Lockport, Illinois. This hands-on role involves assembling, wiring, soldering, testing, and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement and testing applications. The position is full-time, on-site, and scheduled for first shift, with pay of $20–$25 per hour depending on experience. The technician performs SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch component work and rework using magnification equipment; assembles electronic subassemblies, electro-mechanical products, and complete box-build systems; and builds, routes, terminates, and labels wires, cables, and harnesses to specifications. The role also includes interpreting technical documentation, preparing components and materials, inspecting work for quality and functionality, following safety and quality procedures, and maintaining an organized production area. The role requires repetitive precision assembly and manual dexterity, extended periods of standing, and regularly lifting, carrying, and moving materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Overtime may be required as production needs dictate. Vitrek offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance options; a SIMPLE IRA with a 3% company match; paid time off; and opportunities for technical development and career growth.

Requirements

At least 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch component work 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, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (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, production-ready work areas.
Support production goals and assist with additional assembly activities as needed.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options, including PPO.
Multiple dental plan options.
Vision coverage.
Long-term disability insurance.
Group life and AD&D coverage.
Voluntary short-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and term life coverage.
SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match.
Paid time off.
Opportunities for technical development and career growth.
Stable, team-oriented work environment.