Manufacturing Technician

Johnson Outdoors•Eufaula, AL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson Outdoors, the Manufacturing Technician assists with the 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 role supports electronics manufacturing at the company’s manufacturing facility in Eufaula, Alabama. The technician troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, sets up, maintains, and calibrates manufacturing equipment; checks equipment performance under operating conditions; and assembles, modifies, inspects, and reworks production subassemblies. The role also supports process improvements, procedure development, safety and workmanship standards, and production quality.

Requirements

Associate degree in electronics engineering technology or equivalent.
Typically, at least 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.
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, complete multiple tasks effectively with minimal supervision, and take initiative to help coworkers improve process flow.
Effective time-management skills.
Ability to recognize equipment or tooling malfunctions and detect irregular or deficient product.
Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills, including driving 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 evaluate 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 strong quality consciousness.
Keep the supervisor informed of situations that may negatively affect 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.
Paid time off and holiday benefits.
Full benefits package.
Employee support, fitness, and wellness plans.
Performance development and training opportunities.
Tuition assistance program.
Collaborative, casual work environment and company events.
Employee discounts on outdoor recreation 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.