Manufacturing Technician 1

Onto Innovation•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician supports assembly, integration, testing, and development of precision measurement equipment used in the semiconductor industry. The role performs mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and pneumatic assembly according to engineering drawings, assembly procedures, work instructions, and standard operating procedures. It works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other internal teams to ensure equipment is assembled safely, accurately, and to quality and production requirements. This is a full-time, onsite position in Tampa, Florida. The technician assembles and integrates equipment and subassemblies; performs PCB soldering and rework; fabricates wiring harnesses; installs mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components; and carries out basic testing, adjustment, and troubleshooting. The role also maintains accurate manufacturing documentation, reviews work orders and material requirements, reports discrepancies, and supports prototype builds, engineering changes, process improvements, and new-product introductions. Domestic and international travel may be required, up to approximately 20% of the time.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five or more years of experience in mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, industrial equipment, automotive, or related manufacturing assembly.
At least three years of manufacturing experience.
At least one year of soldering experience.
Experience assembling or setting up large-scale industrial equipment, or comparable automotive mechanical experience.
Experience in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and pneumatic assembly skills.
Proficiency in through-hole and surface-mount soldering.
Experience building wiring harnesses using specialized connectors, terminals, and termination methods.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation.
Experience following assembly procedures, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
Experience using Material Requirements Planning, Enterprise Resource Planning, or comparable manufacturing software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Word.
Working knowledge of computer networking and IP addresses for electrical component setup.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and basic electrical test equipment safely and accurately.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workmanship quality.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
Strong mechanical aptitude, practical problem-solving ability, and ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and pneumatic issues.
Ability to manage changing priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight production timelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team, take initiative, and document work accurately.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, bend, reach, and work around large equipment for extended periods.
Ability to use hand tools and perform detailed assembly requiring manual dexterity, and to follow workplace safety requirements.
Ability to commute to Tampa, Florida 33637, or relocate there before beginning employment if not currently within commuting distance.

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate, vocational training, or associate degree in Electronics, Electromechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, Automotive Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field; equivalent relevant technical experience may be considered in place of formal education.
Experience manufacturing or assembling semiconductor equipment, capital equipment, precision instruments, or complex industrial systems.
Experience supporting prototype builds, equipment integration, or new-product introduction activities.
Experience with formal quality systems and manufacturing documentation.
Experience performing electrical continuity checks and basic functional testing.
Knowledge of electrostatic discharge controls and safe handling practices for electronic components.
Experience with engineering change orders, bills of material, work orders, and nonconforming material processes.

Responsibilities

Assemble and integrate mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and pneumatic components and large-scale industrial equipment.
Install mechanical components, electrical panels, pneumatic devices, sensors, cables, wiring harnesses, and related system components.
Perform equipment adjustments, basic troubleshooting, alignment, fastening, and inspection during assembly and integration.
Solder and rework through-hole and surface-mount PCB components.
Fabricate wiring harnesses; route, secure, label, and inspect cables and wiring according to drawings and workmanship standards.
Use electrical test equipment and hand tools to verify continuity, connections, and component installation; identify and report defective or nonconforming components.
Read and follow mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, technical specifications, procedures, and quality documentation.
Record completed work, material usage, inspection results, issues, and equipment status accurately, and flag incomplete or mismatched documentation.
Perform functional checks and inspections; support equipment startup, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
Correct assembly defects and perform rework according to approved instructions; document problems and corrective actions.
Review bills of material, work orders, production requirements, and material availability; use manufacturing systems to review and record production information.
Report material shortages, damaged or incorrect components, and other discrepancies, and maintain proper identification and organization of components and assemblies.
Follow safety, quality, and manufacturing requirements; use appropriate PPE and maintain a clean, safe, organized work area.
Participate in inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities; identify issues that could affect equipment quality or production schedules.
Communicate assembly status, technical issues, material shortages, and schedule risks to cross-functional teams.
Assist with prototype builds, engineering changes, process improvements, new-product introductions, and equipment installation, service, or other technical activities when required.