Assembly Technician & Inventory Specialist

Swift Sensors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Taco Tuesday’s

401k plan

Weekly Lunch

Snacks

Diversity

Job summary

Swift Sensors in Austin, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Assembly Technician & Inventory Specialist to join our hands-on production team. You will perform soldering, cable assembly, and final QA on wireless sensors, and maintain organized inventory for on-time order fulfillment in our office.

The role requires 3+ years in electronics assembly, IPC certification is a plus, and experience with Fishbowl or QuickBooks Online.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering or Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in electronics assembly, soldering, and instrumentation.
• IPC certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform soldering, cable assembly, and final QA of sensors.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and manage incoming/outgoing shipments.
• Prepare daily outgoing orders and coordinate with shipping carriers.
• Develop and follow SOPs for production and assembly of new products.
• Support process improvements and keep work area organized and safe.

Skills

Soldering

Electronics assembly

IPC certification

Inventory management

Fishbowl

QuickBooks Online

Attention to detail

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronic Engineering or Technology

Tools

Fishbowl

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Swift Sensors was founded in Austin, TX in 2015 to empower facility managers to support healthy, safe, secure, and efficient operations. Swift Sensors innovative wireless sensor technology and powerful cloud platform enables facility managers to remotely monitor critical equipment, environmental conditions, and energy use in real time. The secure cloud console presents insightful analytics, and instant mobile alerts drive decisive action. Swift Sensors continues to innovate and evolve with the core belief that healthy buildings, equipment, and people, are the foundation for high-performance business operations.

Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Assembly Technician & Inventory Specialist to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the daily assembly and quality checking of our wireless sensors, ensuring that outgoing orders are completed accurately and on time. You will also play a key role in maintaining organized inventory and supporting smooth day-to-day operations. This is a 5 day per week, in-office position in our Austin office.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembly & Production

• Perform soldering, cable assembly, and hands-on assembly of wireless sensors and gateways as needed
• Follow established assembly procedures and safety protocols
• Develop standard operating procedures for production and assembly of new and updated products
• Perform final quality assurance inspection of hardware products

Inventory Management

• Monitor and maintain accurate stock levels of components, raw materials, and finished goods
• Receive and organize incoming shipments; verify quantities and condition; perform quality control tests before stocking hardware
• Flag low-stock items and coordinate with management to initiate reorders
• Keep the workspace and storage areas clean, labeled, and well-organized
• Prepare daily outgoing orders for shipment, including packaging and labeling
• Coordinate with shipping carriers to ensure timely dispatch
• Maintain accurate records of outbound shipments
• Order and maintain materials needed for order processing and shipping (boxes, packing tape, etc.)
• Proactively identify, document, and report process improvement opportunities encountered during daily logistics operations to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications:

• Prior experience with soldering and/or electronics assembly; IPC-certified a plus
• Familiarity with inventory management practices and tools; experience with Fishbowl and/or QuickBooks Online a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet daily targets
• Good organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working in a small team or startup environment
• Skilled with spreadsheets and other standard software applications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent certification in Electronic Engineering or Technology
• 3+ years of experience in electronics assembly, soldering, and instrumentation

Why work for Swift Sensors?

Swift Sensors is an innovative, Austin tech company building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of remote monitoring of equipment, environment, and energy in the buildings we work and live. Here your voice will be heard, and talent respected. We have proven leadership from experts in cloud, security, sensors and wireless IoT. The work we do is essential in today’s world, as our systems are used to protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property around the world. Swift Sensors is a place where you can make a difference. Bring your passion, your drive, a roll-up-your-sleeves-and-get-it-done work ethic, and a collaborative mindset. Be ready to work hard and have fun. We also have great benefits and perks.

• Medical Benefits: We offer a competitive medical plan. Company offsets premiums.
• Taco Tuesday’s: Like breakfast tacos? You’re at the right place, because weekly breakfast tacos are provided.
• 401k plan
• Weekly Lunch: Food is love. Especially when it is free.
• Snacks: You will never go hungry.
• Diversity: The diverse ideas and backgrounds of our team to improve our culture, our products and grow our people and our business.

Swift Sensors is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.