Manufacturing Technician II

Nortech Systems • Mankato, MN

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About The Position

Nortech Systems is seeking a detail-oriented, mechanically inclined Manufacturing Technician II to support quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement on the production floor. The role works under general supervision and requires proficiency in three or more manufacturing operations. The technician sets up, calibrates, operates, tests, and maintains manufacturing equipment; interprets technical documentation; inspects products and processes; troubleshoots issues; and collaborates with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing teams. The position also supports process documentation, first-article reviews, training, manufacturing transitions, and continuous improvement initiatives. The pay range is $22.12–$25.69 per hour, with pay based on factors including labor market, education, experience, certifications, and other qualifications.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent certification in a manufacturing or related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants need six months of experience in specified technical tasks. Twelve months of related technical manufacturing or machine operating experience is preferred. The position may involve access to information or technology subject to ITAR and other U.S. government security regulations; applicants must meet applicable access requirements. VISA sponsorship is not available.

The position includes physical demands such as regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. It involves regular use of hands and frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, talking, and hearing, as well as occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, tasting, or smelling. Required vision abilities include close, color, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent certification in a manufacturing or related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mathematics knowledge, including basic calculations, fractions, and measuring.
• Six months of experience reading and accurately interpreting technical instructions, including engineering drawings and specifications.
• Six months of experience using manufacturing machines and equipment, including operation, testing, calibration, and basic maintenance.
• Six months of experience using electronic devices and computing systems, including Microsoft Office and manufacturing software applications.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise meet applicable ITAR access requirements for positions requiring access to restricted information or technology.

Nice To Haves

• Twelve months of related technical manufacturing or machine operating experience, including operation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience running advanced equipment performance tests using measurement applications and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Become fully cross-trained and proficient in three or more manufacturing operations, meeting the quality standards and inspection requirements for each area.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate assigned machines and equipment according to documented procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions, diagrams, models, batch records, operating procedures, and safety procedures; interpret technical specifications, including BOMs, prints, Gerbers, schematics, and test specifications.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of components, subassemblies, finished-goods requirements, test fixturing, hardware, and software.
• Perform regular maintenance on work-area equipment according to documented procedures.
• Monitor and inspect machining operations and output using precision measuring tools and test-failure data, and work with Engineering and Manufacturing colleagues to resolve issues.
• Test electronic assemblies according to documented test and quality procedures.
• Evaluate, isolate, and document mechanical and electrical failures, and complete defect tags as needed.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing colleagues to troubleshoot, perform root-cause analysis, make repairs, and tune and test machines and equipment.
• Set up and troubleshoot failed electronic components, subassemblies, finished goods, and test fixturing, including hardware and software, and facilitate manufacturing setup transitions and switchovers.
• Assist with developing work instructions, procedures, training documents, assembly and product layouts, job-specific software programs, and other Engineering and Manufacturing procedures.
• Assist with first-article reviews of first-run assemblies as needed.
• Perform time-standard evaluations and corrections as needed to meet or exceed established standards.
• Assist with monitoring manufacturing processes from start to finish, ensuring team members are trained and processes operate to standard.
• Write and review ECOs, ECRs, and ADRs, and implement documented requirements, including updating work instructions and programs as directed.
• Complete required company training in a timely manner and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including process reviews, efficiency studies, equipment tuning, software and hardware upgrades, and other team efforts.
• Train and assist less experienced manufacturing technicians as requested.
• Demonstrate and support Nortech’s mission, core values, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and family, including a 100% company-paid base medical plan for employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Training and opportunity for advancement.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace fostering responsible social engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree