Manufacturing Technician II (PCBA)

ACTalent; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Manufacturing Technician II (PCBA) to operate, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PCBA and related manufacturing equipment on a permanent, onsite basis. The role emphasizes QA/QMS compliance, calibration, spare parts management, and safety.

Qualified candidates have at least two years of manufacturing/electronics experience, exposure to PCBA equipment, and ability to perform basic repairs and setup.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in manufacturing, electronics, or related technical field.
• Exposure to PCBA equipment or electronics manufacturing.
• Ability to troubleshoot PCBA equipment and common faults.
• Ability to perform basic repairs on electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform basic PCBA setup and programming.
• Maintain spare parts inventories and tools per QMS.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCBA and related equipment to support daily production.
• Perform basic equipment setup and programming for production runs and changeovers.
• Assist with equipment changeovers for different products.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and PCBA equipment to identify faults and corrective actions.
• Perform basic repairs and basic calibration of equipment.
• Carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Document machine repairs and maintenance per QMS.
• Ensure safety features are operational and equipment is safe to operate.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Equipment setup & programming

Documentation

Safety compliance

Collaboration with engineers

Education

Two-year vocational school in Automation and Robotics or Mechatronics

Tools

PCBA equipment

Calibration tools

Maintenance tools

Spare parts inventory management

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician II (PCBA)

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician II supports electronics manufacturing operations, with a focus on printed circuit board assembly (PCBA). This role operates, sets up, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs PCBA and related manufacturing equipment, maintains spare parts inventories, and ensures equipment operates safely and in compliance with the Quality Management System.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCBA and related manufacturing equipment in support of daily production activities.
• Perform basic equipment setup and programming to support production runs and changeovers.
• Assist with equipment changeovers to accommodate different products and production requirements.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and PCBA equipment to identify common faults and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform basic repairs on electronic and mechanical manufacturing equipment under guidance and upscale recurring or complex issues as needed.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks on electronic and mechanical equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Perform in-house calibration of equipment to ensure accurate and reliable operation.
• Maintain spare parts inventories, materials, and tools required to support manufacturing equipment and minimize interruptions to production.
• Document machine repairs and maintenance activities in accordance with Quality Management System requirements.
• Adhere strictly to all Quality Management System procedures and requirements during daily work.
• Verify that equipment safety features are operational and ensure equipment is safe to operate at all times.
• Perform basic technical tasks to assist engineers with electronic and mechanical systems and continuous improvement activities.
• Complete routine manufacturing and technical tasks as assigned to support overall production goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, electronics, or a related technical field.
• Exposure to PCBA equipment or electronics manufacturing through coursework, training, or work experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing and PCBA equipment to identify common faults.
• Ability to perform basic repairs on electronic and mechanical equipment under guidance.
• Ability to perform basic setup and programming of PCBA and related manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform in-house calibration of equipment.
• Ability to maintain and organize spare parts inventories, materials, and tools.
• Ability to document machine repairs and maintenance activities accurately in line with Quality Management System requirements.
• Strong commitment to following Quality Management System procedures and standards.
• Awareness of equipment safety features and ability to ensure safe operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Basic technical skills to assist engineers with electronic and mechanical systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform routine, structured tasks reliably.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Two-year vocational school education in Automation and Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, or a similar field of study, or equivalent experience.
• Coursework, training, or hands-on exposure to PCBA processes and electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and documentation practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and production staff.
• Strong organizational skills for managing spare parts, tools, and maintenance records.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment focused on printed circuit board assembly and electronics production. You will work around PCBA equipment, electronic and mechanical manufacturing systems, and calibration and test tools. The work consists primarily of routine, structured tasks that support continuous production operations. The position typically involves hands-on work with machinery, tools, and spare parts, as well as time spent documenting maintenance and repair activities in line with the Quality Management System. Safety features and procedures are an integral part of the work environment, and you are expected to ensure equipment is safe to operate at all times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

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.

The salary range for this position is outlined below under "Job Details" and is dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Beyond base salary, Forj offers a competitive Total Rewards Package. We offer health, dental, vision, 401K plans, and time off programs. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual bonus program which depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

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.