Production Technician

Aux Partners; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aux Partners in Lafayette, IN seeks a Production Lab Technician – Entry Level Welcome to support testing, calibration, and verification of electronic products. Use test equipment to diagnose issues and document results.

Ideal candidates have a Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in electronics and are motivated to grow; entry-level applicants with 0–2 years of manufacturing/electronics experience welcomed.

Qualifications

• Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology or equivalent military electronics training.
• Entry‑level candidates welcome; 1–2 years manufacturing/electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Electronic Testing — Troubleshoot, test, and calibrate newly built units using standard equipment.
• PCB Inspection — Perform incoming testing on printed circuit boards.
• Lab Equipment Maintenance — Maintain, repair, and refine test gear for reliability.
• Product Verification — Conduct verification/validation tests for new products and subassemblies.
• Documentation — Record inspections, tests, repairs, and calibrations precisely.

Skills

Electronic testing

Troubleshooting

PCB inspection

Documentation

Soldering

Education

Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Multimeters

Calibration systems

Environmental chambers

Job description

Production Lab Technician – Entry Level Welcome

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Overview

The Production Department transforms raw materials into finished goods through disciplined planning, scheduling, execution, and quality control. The team focuses on efficiency, cost management, on‑time delivery, and consistent product quality.

Role Summary

The Production Laboratory Technician supports the testing, troubleshooting, calibration, verification, and validation of newly manufactured electronic products and subassemblies. This role uses specialized electronic test and calibration equipment to diagnose circuit issues, inspect PCBs, validate product functionality, and accurately document results. The technician also maintains lab equipment, analyzes product failures, and collaborates with Engineering and Production to drive continuous improvement.

Entry‑level candidates with strong technical aptitude and a desire to grow in electronics are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Electronic Testing — Perform troubleshooting, circuit testing, and calibrations on newly built units using general and specialized test equipment.
• PCB Inspection — Conduct incoming testing on printed circuit boards.
• Lab Equipment Maintenance — Maintain, repair, and refine test equipment to ensure reliability.
• Product Verification — Execute verification and validation testing for new products and subassemblies.
• Standard Processes — Follow established inspection, test, troubleshooting, calibration, and measurement procedures.
• Documentation — Complete and maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, repairs, and calibrations.
• Failure Analysis — Monitor customer repairs, identify common failure mechanisms, and communicate findings to Engineering and management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology, or equivalent military electronics technician training.
• Entry‑level candidates welcome; 1–2 years of manufacturing or electronics experience preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing Operations — 1–2 years
• Electro‑mechanical Troubleshooting — 1+ years
• Electronic Test Equipment — 1+ years

Knowledge Areas

• PCB Failure Analysis
• ESD Prevention
• Electro‑mechanical Troubleshooting
• Metrology and Calibration
• Measurement Uncertainty
• Software Applications
• Safety Practices

Technical Skills

• Soldering (surface mount & through‑hole)
• Electro‑mechanical Assembly
• Schematic Interpretation
• Electronic Test Equipment — VOM, signal generators, oscilloscopes, calibration systems, environmental chambers