Lead Electronics Technician

Certified Power•Fridley, MN

About The Position

The Lead Electronics Technician leads day-to-day electronic assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair activities in a production environment. The role provides technical guidance to team members, supports quality and process improvement initiatives, assists with employee training, and ensures products meet customer and company specifications. The technician serves as a subject matter expert for electronic systems while promoting safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The position also supports production workflow, product quality, customer-return evaluations and repairs, testing-equipment maintenance, and workplace organization. The technician may perform general manufacturing and assembly duties, support special projects, and complete other responsibilities assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of electronics assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or related experience.
Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Experience using electronic testing equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Strong understanding of electronic components, circuitry, and testing methods.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift; lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds; use hand tools and testing equipment; distinguish colors, identify small components, and perform detailed inspection work; and occasionally bend, reach, stoop, and kneel.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field.
Previous leadership or mentoring experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting quality improvement and root cause analysis initiatives.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and support electronic assembly and testing operations.
Troubleshoot complex electronic systems, components, and assemblies; diagnose product failures and coordinate corrective actions.
Provide technical expertise to production personnel and cross-functional teams.
Assist with developing and improving testing procedures and work instructions.
Ensure products are assembled and tested according to specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements.
Monitor production quality and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action processes.
Support quality audits and compliance with company standards; help maintain accurate production and testing records.
Train and mentor employees on assembly processes, testing procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
Promote adherence to company policies, procedures, and work instructions, and foster a collaborative work environment.
Support supervisors in coordinating workflow and daily shop activities.
Assist with Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) evaluations and repairs; troubleshoot returned products and document findings.
Serve as a technical liaison among production teams, engineering, and customers when needed.
Support efforts to improve customer satisfaction and product reliability.
Maintain electronic testing equipment, machinery, and test stands; perform routine maintenance and calibration checks as required.
Support workplace organization and 5S initiatives and help ensure a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
Perform general manufacturing and assembly duties, support special projects and continuous improvement activities, and complete other duties assigned by management.