Electronics & Maintenance Technician (PCB manufacturing)
About The Position
The Electronics & Maintenance Technician is a skilled technical role responsible for programming, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating production equipment (printed circuit board equipment and machine shop) to ensure consistent quality and uptime on the manufacturing floor. Serving as NovaTech's primary on-floor subject matter expert, this position provides real-time technical advisory support to production operators and plays an active role in new product development through prototyping and follow-on technical assistance. The ideal candidate combines deep electro-mechanical expertise with strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position supports the production floor working a 4 day shift of 6 am to 4:30 pm. Hours may vary due to necessity to service equipment when not in use. Flexibility is required.
Requirements
- Associate's degree or trade school certificate in Electronics, Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline or High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of progressive hands-on electronics maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of direct experience troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical production equipment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and mechanical drawings
- Hands-on proficiency with electronic test and measurement equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers)
- Fundamental understanding of computer systems, operating systems, and equipment configuration files
- Methodical documentation skills; ability to produce accurate, complete, and timely service and maintenance records
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on programming experience with electronics manufacturing equipment such as solder stencil printers, AOI machines, reflow ovens, and pick and place systems
- Experience programming or operating selective soldering machines and board washers
- Prior experience providing technical training or instruction to production operators
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry certification
- Familiarity with database technologies and maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Responsibilities
- Program, configure, and prove-out initial new product setups on electronics manufacturing equipment including solder stencil printers, AOI machines, reflow ovens, and pick and place systems
- Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation
- Operate and adjust complex manufacturing equipment to maintain production quality and throughput
- Demonstrate equipment setup, configuration, and adjustment procedures for floor operators and production personnel
- Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions using schematics, ladder logic, computer programs, and diagnostic instrumentation
- Conduct repairs and modifications using programming interfaces, hand tools, and electronic test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, etc.)
- Perform root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime
- Verify production quality following repair or preventive maintenance prior to returning equipment to service
- Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) plans across all production equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
- Perform required firmware, software, and hardware updates to sustain equipment performance and reliability
- Maintain accurate PM records and flag equipment trends that may indicate future failure risk
- Serve as the primary on-floor technical advisor and escalation point for production operators on all equipment-related matters
- Provide real-time guidance to operators on proper equipment operation, parameter settings, and in-process troubleshooting
- Design and deliver formal and informal training to production personnel on equipment operation, adjustments, and safe use
- Support engineering during product prototyping, testing, and new product introduction (NPI) phases
- Participate in manufacturer-led technical training programs and apply new knowledge to improve site capabilities
- Complete accurate, thorough, and timely service reports, maintenance logs, and activity documentation
- Adhere to all safe working practices, OSHA guidelines, and NovaTech safety policies at all times
- Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
