Entry-Level Assembly Technician: Precision Electro-Mechanical

Novanta Inc.; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Novanta Inc. in Middleton, WI, seeks an Assembly Technician I to build and test precision electro-mechanical products for healthcare technology.

In this entry‑level role, you will follow established work instructions, drawings, schematics, test procedures, and quality standards to help ensure products meet safety, quality, delivery, and customer requirements. You will maintain accurate documentation, identify defects or process concerns, and partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and

Qualifications

• Functional / Technical Skills: Applies the technical knowledge and skills needed to perform assembly and test work safely, accurately, and in accordance with established procedures.
• Action Oriented: Demonstrates energy, follow-through, and a willingness to learn while completing assigned work and supporting production priorities.
• Collaborative Team Player: Seeks input, communicates effectively, and works across functions to resolve issues and improve manufacturing execution.
• Trustworthy: Builds trust through accuracy, transparency, integrity, and disciplined documentation.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Shares observations and supports improvements that help reduce defects, improve procedures, and strengthen process reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, inspection, testing, calibration, and verification of nano-positioning, electro-mechanical devices, controllers, and related components in accordance with established work instructions, drawings, schematics, test procedures, and quality standards.
• Operate manufacturing equipment, test equipment, software, fixtures, and hand tools safely and effectively while developing mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
• Review test results, identify defects or process concerns, perform basic troubleshooting, and escalate issues using appropriate technical documentation and resources.
• Maintain accurate records of assembly steps, test results, inspections, nonconformances, and production transactions in accordance with documentation requirements.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to support procedures, reduce defects, and contribute to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and customer satisfaction goals.

Skills

Technical skills

Action oriented

Team player

Trustworthy

Continuous improvement

Job description

Novanta Inc. in Middleton, WI, seeks an Assembly Technician I to build and test precision electro-mechanical products for healthcare technology.

In this entry‑level role, you will follow established work instructions, drawings, schematics, test procedures, and quality standards to help ensure products meet safety, quality, delivery, and customer requirements. You will maintain accurate documentation, identify defects or process concerns, and partner with Production, Quality, Engineering, and