Electronic Technician

Actalent; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electronic Assembly Technician for 100% onsite work in Pottstown, PA. The role focuses on hands-on soldering and cable assembly within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, using oscilloscopes and meters, and maintaining high production standards. U.S. citizenship or green card is required. This contract-to-hire position offers comprehensive benefits and a stable path to full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Soldering components and cable assembly in high-volume production.
• J-STD soldering certification required.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to ramp quickly with limited training.
• Strong troubleshooting and electronics debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on soldering and cable assembly for electronic components.
• Contribute to high-volume production lines with efficiency and precision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in electronic assembly processes.
• Utilize test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters, for electronics testing and calibration.
• Work independently on the production line with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high reliability and attendance to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Electronics debugging

Ramp-up ability

High-volume manufacturing

Education

U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Voltmeters

Job description

Job Title: Electronic Assembly TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking experienced Manufacturing Associates to support high-volume electronic assembly operations. This role is integral to the Assembly Department and focuses heavily on hands-on soldering and cable assembly for established production lines. Due to increased production demand and aggressive ramp-up timelines, this position requires candidates who can contribute quickly with minimal training.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on soldering and cable assembly for electronic components.
• Contribute to high-volume production lines with efficiency and precision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in electronic assembly processes.
• Utilize test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and voltmeters, for electronics testing and calibration.
• Work independently on the production line with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high reliability and attendance to meet production deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electronics and hands-on soldering (through-hole).
• J-STD soldering certification.
• Previous experience in high-volume or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to ramp quickly with limited training and testing time.
• Troubleshooting and electronics debugging skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing or electronic assembly experience.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• High level of reliability, attendance, and long-term commitment.
• U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder status required.

Work Environment

The position is 100% onsite in Pottstown, PA. The role requires working in a high-demand production environment, where precision and efficiency are crucial. Candidates are expected to adhere to a professional dress code suitable for a manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pottstown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pottstown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.