Manufacturing Technician

Johnson Outdoors•Eufaula, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson Outdoors, the Manufacturing Technician works at the company’s manufacturing facility in Eufaula, Alabama. The role assists with installation, maintenance, and effective operation of surface mount technology (SMT) placement machines, PC board assembly process equipment, and test systems and equipment used in Engineering and Production. The technician troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, sets up, maintains, and calibrates manufacturing equipment; fabricates parts; checks equipment performance under operating conditions; and assembles, inspects, and reworks production subassemblies. The role also supports process improvements, procedure documentation, and company safety, quality, and operational standards.

Requirements

Associate degree in electronics engineering technology or equivalent.
Typically, a minimum of 2 years of experience as an electronics manufacturing technician in a consumer goods or printed circuit board environment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing equipment and systems.
Broad understanding of production processes.
Demonstrated mechanical dexterity and skills in assembly, manufacturing, soldering, and inspection.
Knowledge of electronics processes and procedures.
Ability to read, understand, and follow engineering drawings, documents, and procedures.
Ability to work as part of a team while completing multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision.
Initiative to assist fellow employees and improve overall process flow.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to recognize equipment or tooling malfunctions and detect irregular or deficient product.
Excellent written and verbal problem-solving and communication skills, and ability to drive corrective actions with minimal supervision.
Above-average computer literacy and math abilities.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and modify electronics manufacturing equipment and systems, including SMT placement, PCBA process and test equipment, and related process equipment.
Apply principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, and electronic and electrical testing.
Operate bench drills and other machine tools to fabricate parts such as SMD part feeders and machine chassis.
Check equipment functioning in PCB manufacturing assembly and/or testing areas and assess system performance under actual operating conditions.
Set up, maintain, and calibrate equipment regularly or as needed.
Assemble, disassemble, modify, inspect, and rework production subassemblies.
Work with others to streamline process flow and reduce waste.
Assist in developing and documenting procedures.
Promote company safety policies, workmanship standards, and operational procedures among team members, maintaining quality consciousness.
Keep the supervisor informed of situations that may be detrimental to production, quality, or safety goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with additional earning potential through participation in an annual discretionary cash profit-sharing program.
Eligibility for annual pay increases.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.
Full benefits package.
Employee support, fitness, and wellness plans.
Performance development and training opportunities.
Tuition assistance program.
Collaborative and casual work environment.
Company events.
Employee discounts on outdoor recreational products.
401(k) with company match and deferred retirement contributions.
Sons & Daughters Scholarship program.
College savings program.
Life and LTD insurance.
Employee stock purchase plan.