Assembly Technician

Advantech USA; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Long-term disability

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) with company match

Vacation & holidays

Company events & lunches

Referral bonus

Job summary

Advantech USA is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our production team in California, responsible for assembling board and system-level products per engineering drawings and CTO files.

You will read BOMs, inspect quality, conduct testing, and perform basic rework while adhering to ISO, ESD, and 5S standards. A strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for on-time production and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED in a technical/scientific field required.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in complex computer hardware assembly.
• Relevant certifications or training in product assembly or computer-related fields; experience with electronics or PCBA assembly is a plus.
• Proficient in using basic mechanical assembly tools, including hand tools, power drivers, and torque drivers.
• Ability to read and follow detailed technical instructions, SOPs, and BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, subassembly, and complex chassis assembly tasks independently following SOPs, work instructions, and OEM/CTO files.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, assembly diagrams, and BOMs to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Verify materials, part numbers, and quantities prior to assembly to prevent errors.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and torque equipment proficiently to assemble systems according to specifications.
• Perform visual and hardware quality inspections before, during, and after assembly to validate workmanship.
• Conduct power-on testing to ensure products meet operational specifications and standards.
• Perform basic rework and hardware upgrades/modifications based on EC Orders or customer requests.
• Accurately record assembly status, WIP updates, and non-conformance in MES.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading diagrams

Manual assembly

Quality inspections

Tool proficiency

Team communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical education preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Torque drivers

Job description

Compensation: $20.00 – $26.00 Non-Exempt (Hourly)

About this position:

The Assembly Technician plays a key role on Advantech’s production team, responsible for accurately and efficiently assembling board level and system-level products. This includes installing PC boards, peripherals, components, and cabling into chassis according to engineering drawings, CTO files, and production work instructions. The position ensures all products meet strict quality requirements, support on-time production schedules, and comply with safety and regulatory standards (ISO, ESD, 5S).

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical, subassembly, and complex chassis assembly tasks independently following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and OEM/CTO files.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, assembly diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Verify materials, part numbers, and quantities prior to assembly to prevent errors.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and torque equipment proficiently to assemble systems according to specifications.
• Perform visual and hardware quality inspections before, during, and after assembly to validate workmanship.
• Conduct power-on & necessary testing to ensure products meet required operational specifications and standards.
• Perform basic rework (component replacement, cable routing corrections, alignment adjustments) and hardware upgrades/modifications based on Engineering Change Orders (ECOM) or customer requests.
• Accurate record assembly status, Work in Progress (WIP) updates, and non-conformance information in the
• Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Strict adherence to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) procedures, safety rules, 5S workplace practices, and ISO procedures.
• Identify process abnormalities or potential issues and escalate them to team leaders / supervisors; support initiatives to improve assembly quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate with team members, Production Engineering (PE) teams, and management to address assembly issues and meet quality targets.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED in a technical/scientific field required; college education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in complex computer hardware assembly or a related manufacturing environment.
• Relevant certifications or training in product assembly or computer-related fields; experience with electronics or PCBA assembly is a plus.
• Proficient in using basic mechanical assembly tools, including hand tools, power drivers, and torque drivers.
• Ability to read and follow detailed technical instructions, SOPs, and BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills to handle changing production schedules.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, and reach with hands and arms regularly.
• Capability to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 35 lbs.; team assistance required for heavier items.
• Must wear back support belt for tasks involving lifting over 35 lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel and provide offsite support when required.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience (DOE)
• Winning culture with a friendly, team-oriented environment!
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation and paid holidays package
• Company events, and lunches
• Referral Bonus

About Advantech

Founded in 1983, Advantech is a leader in providing trusted innovative embedded and automation products and solutions. Advantech offers comprehensive system integration, hardware, software, customer-centric design services, and global logistics support; all backed by industry-leading front and back-office e-business solutions. Advantech has always been an innovator in the development and manufacture of high-quality, high-performance computing platforms.

We cooperate closely with our partners to help provide complete solutions for a wide array of applications across a diverse range of industries. To realize our corporate vision of Enabling an Intelligent Planet, Advantech will continue collaborating and partnering for Smart city & IoT Solutions.

World-class Recognition

Advantech is an authorized alliance partner of both Intel® and Microsoft®. Our customers will find the technologies we use inside our products to be widely compatible with other products in the global marketplace. In 2018 and 2019, Interbrand, the world-renowned brand consulting firm, once again recognized Advantech efforts to build a trusted, global brand; it also symbolizes a promise we gave to our business partners, which was to do our best to keep building a trustworthy brand that is recognized everywhere in the world. Advantech was selected as Interbrand’s #5 best Taiwan Global Brand in 2018.

Work Authorization:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information can be found at https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/regulations_laws/itar.html

Advantech is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We accept applications directly from candidates only and will not be responsible for any recruiting agency fees absent a formal agreement.