Electronics Assembly Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (PPO)

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Group life/AD&D

SIMPLE IRA 3% match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Vitrek LLC in Naperville, IL is seeking an Electronics Assembly Technician focused on precision assembly, soldering, wiring, testing and inspection of advanced measurement instruments.

The role requires 3+ years in electro-mechanical assembly, SMT and through-hole soldering, and the ability to read schematics and drawings. It offers 1st shift, full-time with a $20–$25/hour pay range, and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electro-mechanical assembly experience
• Hands-on experience with SMT and through-hole soldering
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong mechanical aptitude and use of hand and power tools
• Excellent attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently with instructions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Ability to work overtime as production needs require
• IPC soldering certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components
• Assemble electronic subassemblies, electro-mechanical products and box-build systems
• Route, terminate and label wires, cables and harnesses to spec
• Read schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs and ECOs
• Inspect assemblies for workmanship and functionality
• Prepare components and materials for assembly
• Follow quality and safety procedures
• Maintain clean, organized work areas
• Support production goals and assist with additional assembly tasks

Job description

Position Overview

Electronics Assembly Technician: Precision Electronics, Soldering & Wiring

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

Build Precision Instruments From the Ground Up

Vitrek LLC is looking for an experienced Electronics Assembly Technician to join our production team in Naperville. 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

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.