Electronics Assembly Technician

Vitrek Corporation; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

IRA with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Vitrek LLC in Joliet, IL is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician on the 1st shift to build precision instruments from the ground up. This hands-on role focuses on assembling, wiring, soldering, testing and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement applications.

You will read schematics and engineering drawings, perform SMT and through-hole soldering, build subassemblies and box-build systems, and ensure workmanship

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Hands-on SMT and through-hole soldering experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and assembly docs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and tool proficiency.
• Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Ability to work overtime as production needs require.

Responsibilities

• Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components.
• Assemble electronic subassemblies, electro-mechanical products, and box-builds.
• Build, route, terminate, and label wires, cables, and harnesses.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and ECOs.
• Inspect assemblies for workmanship, functionality, and compliance.
• Prepare components and materials and maintain clean work areas.
• Follow quality and safety procedures and support production goals.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

SMT soldering

Through-hole soldering

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Communication

Education

Military technical training

Tools

Magnification equipment

Soldering tools

Multimeter

Job description

Position Overview

Electronics Assembly Technician

Precision Electronics, Soldering & Wiring

Joliet, IL 60441 | 1st Shift Full-Time $20–$25/hour DOE

Build Precision Instruments From the Ground Up

Vitrek LLC is looking for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our production team in Joliet. This hands-on role focuses on assembling, wiring, soldering, testing, and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement and testing applications. If you take pride in precision soldering, clean workmanship, and building complex assemblies to exact specifications, this is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work in a specialized manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components and rework using magnification equipment
• Assemble electronic subassemblies, electro-mechanical products, and complete box-build systems
• Build, route, terminate, and label wires, cables, and harnesses to specifications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, BOMs, and ECOs
• Inspect assemblies for workmanship, functionality, and compliance with production requirements
• Prepare components and materials by cutting, stripping, labeling, and organizing parts for assembly
• Follow established quality and safety procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and production-ready work areas
• Support production goals and assist with additional assembly activities as needed

What You Bring

Required

• 3+ years of electro-mechanical assembly experience, military technical training, or a combination of both
• Hands-on experience with SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and assembly documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently while following written and verbal instructions
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Effective communication and a collaborative approach
• Ability to work overtime as production needs require

Preferred

• IPC soldering certification or equivalent electronics assembly training
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, precision instrumentation, or a similar technical production environment

Why Join Vitrek?

• $20–$25/hour, based on experience
• 1st shift schedule
• Multiple medical plan options, including PPO
• Multiple dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Long-term disability and group life/AD&D
• Voluntary short-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and term life coverage
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Paid time off
• Stable, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for technical development and career growth

Physical Requirements

• Perform repetitive precision assembly requiring manual dexterity and strong hand-eye coordination
• Stand for extended periods during shifts
• Lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 40 lbs. regularly

Build What Matters

If you're an experienced electronics assembler who enjoys fine-pitch soldering, wiring, hands-on assembly, and producing work you can be proud of, we'd like to hear from you.

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.