Precision Assembly Technician (Mechanical & Electrical)

Actalent; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Assembly Technician in Northfield, MN for a contract-to-hire role. You will assemble mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies and final products using hand tools and light power tools, following engineering drawings and procedures.

The role involves light electrical work, soldering, testing, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery. A technical degree or cert is a plus, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in assembly or related field.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly using hand tools and light power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and procedures.
• Experience with electronic soldering for assemblies/repairs.
• Familiarity with basic electronic assembly and wiring practices.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components according to drawings, specs, and procedures.
• Perform mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies and final products using tools and measuring devices.
• Carry out light electrical assembly, including wiring and integration of electronics.
• Solder components for new builds and repairs as needed.
• Test assembled systems against specifications and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate production, test, and calibration records.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, and production teams to ensure efficient processes.

Skills

Reading drawings

Hand tool use

Soldering

Electrical assembly

Troubleshooting

Accuracy/quality

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical degree or certification

Associate degree

Tools

Digital voltmeter

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Assembly Technician in Northfield, MN for a contract-to-hire role. You will assemble mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies and final products using hand tools and light power tools, following engineering drawings and procedures.

The role involves light electrical work, soldering, testing, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery. A technical degree or cert is a plus, with a focus on quality and safety.