Manufacturing & Production Technician

Astek Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Astek Corporation seeks a hands-on Manufacturing & Production Technician to join our Colorado Springs team. You will operate SMT equipment, build and solder assemblies, and see products through final packaging, shipping, and invoicing.

The role requires attention to detail, flexibility to wear multiple hats, and pride in quality workmanship. Responsibilities include set-up of pick-and-place, solder paste, reflow profiling, hand soldering, testing, and documentation of builds and serial numbers.

Qualifications

• Soldering certification IPC J-STD-001 or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• 2+ years in electronics manufacturing, assembly, or related production.
• Experience operating SMT equipment (pick-and-place, reflow) or quick learner.
• Ability to read BOMs, assembly drawings and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic computer skills (email, spreadsheets, inventory/ERP or shipping software).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT equipment: set up, program, and adjust for BOM data.
• Perform soldering, inspection, and rework to IPC standards.
• Assemble, test, and document complete hardware systems.
• Package and ship finished goods; prepare shipping docs and labels.
• Generate invoices and support order accuracy with sales and accounting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Reading BOMs

Tools

SMT equipment (pick-and-place)

Reflow oven

ERP/shipping software

Assembly drawings

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a hands‑on Manufacturing & Production Technician to join our team. This is a versatile role at the center of our production operations — you will operate SMT assembly equipment, build and solder electronic assemblies, assemble and test complete systems, and see products through final packaging, shipping, and invoicing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable wearing multiple hats, and takes pride in quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

SMT Equipment Operation

• Set up, program, and operate pick-and-place machine, including feeder loading, component reel changeovers, and placement program adjustments from centroid/BOM data
• Apply solder paste (stencil printing) and verify paste deposition quality prior to placement
• Set up and operate reflow oven, including selecting and verifying reflow temperature profiles appropriate to board and component requirements
• Perform first-article and post-reflow inspection of assembled boards
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of SMT equipment (nozzles, feeders, stencils, oven)

PCB Assembly & Soldering

• Perform hand soldering, rework, and repair of printed circuit board assemblies (through-hole and surface-mount components) to IPC standards
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for workmanship defects
• Maintain ESD-safe work practices and a clean, organized workstation

Manufacturing & System Builds

• Assemble, integrate, and configure complete systems from sub-assemblies per work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings
• Perform functional testing and basic troubleshooting of assembled units
• Document build records, test results, and serial number tracking
• Flag and report discrepancies in parts, documentation, or process

Shipping & Receiving

• Package finished goods for safe transit, including ESD-sensitive and fragile items
• Prepare shipping documentation, labels, and carrier bookings (UPS/FedEx/freight)
• Receive incoming materials, verify against purchase orders, and stock inventory
• Maintain accurate inventory records

Invoicing & Order Support

• Generate customer invoices and packing slips for shipped orders
• Verify order details, quantities, and pricing against sales orders
• Coordinate with accounting and sales on billing questions and order status

Required Qualifications

• Soldering certification: IPC J-STD-001 (or ability to obtain certification within 90 days); IPC-A-610 familiarity a plus
• 2+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, assembly, or a related production environment
• Experience operating SMT assembly equipment (pick-and-place and reflow oven), or demonstrated ability to learn machine setup and operation quickly
• Ability to read and work from BOMs, assembly drawings, and written work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic computer proficiency (email, spreadsheets, inventory/ERP or shipping software)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience programming pick‑and‑place machines and developing reflow profiles
• Experience with surface‑mount rework under magnification/microscope
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management practices
• Experience with shipping software and freight carriers
• Experience generating invoices
• Experience with cable/harness assembly per IPC/WHMA‑A‑620

Employee Benefits

Astek offers a competitive benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Astek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.