Electro Mechanical/Automation Technician((manufacturing)

Avacend Inc; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 46,755; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Shakopee, MN is looking for a technician to support the production line for fiber optic products. Responsibilities include building product samples, recording test data, and collaborating with engineers. Candidates should be familiar with fiber optic processes and have skills in Microsoft Excel. This is a contract position with a pay rate of $33.94 per hour, requiring physical lifting up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic products and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and record data, and perform basic analysis.
• Willingness to train others as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build samples of fiber optic products and support production assembly.
• Record product test data in data systems or Excel.
• Provide feedback on manufacturing processes.

Skills

Experience or familiarity with fiber optic products

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Job description

Overview

Setting up a production line for automation team, assembly process with technician. Making cables and connecting them, testing and shipping to customers and parts inspection, contamination check, additional cleaning if needed. This position is responsible for working with engineers to build prototypes and moderate production levels of fiber optic products, and assist in developing manufacturing processes. The position also requires occasional inspection of plastic and stamped components with inspection equipment.

Direct message the job poster from Avacend Inc. Monday-Friday: 7am to 4pm. Pay Rate: $ 33.94 per hr. on W2. Contract Duration: 12 Months+

Location: Shakopee, MN (as referenced in the job posting).

Responsibilities

• Build samples of fiber optic products and support moderate levels of production assembly.
• Complete samples and production assemblies per the required timeline.
• Collect, read, and record product test data in the data systems or Excel spreadsheets.
• Give feedback and suggestions on manufacturing processes and product designs, and assist in performing failure analysis.
• Support inspection measurements of plastic and stamped metal parts on inspection equipment and record data in Excel spreadsheets.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word at an appropriate level.
• Communicate issues in a timely manner to the engineer or operations lead.
• Exhibit a level of competency with a broad range manufacturing tools and equipment, lab test equipment, and fiber optic products, after some training.
• Follow department safety and efficiency programs.
• Complete training in lab processes, procedures and test methods, as required.
• Collaborate with current lab staff, which includes other engineers and technicians in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with fiber optic products and understand internal and external customer expectations.
• May train other technicians and operators.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office. Can utilize Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Skilled at planning and ability to pay attention to details.
• Ability to effectively work within a team environment.
• May be required to do physical lifting up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience or familiarity with fiber optic products and related manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and record data, and perform basic analysis; strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to report issues promptly to engineers or operations leads.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment; willingness to train others as needed.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industry: Manufacturing
• Location: Shakopee, MN

References to other roles and unrelated postings were removed to keep the description focused on this position.