Production Technician

OMEGA, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HBK Hottinger Brüel & Kjaer (HBK) in Marlborough, MA, is seeking a Production Technician to operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment, ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality outputs. You will troubleshoot basic issues, perform routine inspections, and follow 5S and safety policies on-site.

The role requires 1–3 years in manufacturing or technical environments, with soldering/crimping tasks and use of common hand tools. On-site work five days a week with competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years in manufacturing, production, or technical environment.
• Knowledge of cable and harness assembly, including crimping and soldering.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, and safety docs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment; perform routine inspections.
• Assemble/test parts using blueprints and schematics.
• Test functionality of soldered sensors and assemble prototypes with project engineer.
• Follow documented procedures and ensure safety and 5S organization.
• Contribute to continuous improvement related to efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Maintain clean work area; follow lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Cable and harness assembly

Crimping and soldering

Reading instructions/diagrams

Microscope work

Lean knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC J-STD-001 certification

Tools

Crimping tools

Soldering equipment

Microscope

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Summary: The Production Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing output. This role supports daily production activities, troubleshoots basic equipment issues, performs routine inspections, and ensures compliance with all company and regulatory standards. Responsibilities: Point to point soldering and wiring Assemble/test parts using blueprints and schematics Test functionality of soldered sensors Assemble prototypes in conjunction with project engineer Follow documented procedures in fitting, adjusting and proper functioning of parts Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily production goals Follow all safety policies, including proper use of PPE and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to efficiency, quality, and safety Maintain a clean and organized work area using 5S principles Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment Knowledge of cable and harness assembly methods, including crimping and soldering Ability to use common hand and power tools Previous experience work on assembly under a microscope Experienced in micro-assembly operations Ability to read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, and safety documents Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with machinery Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Excellent time management and organization skills Ability to follow, understand and write written procedures in English Lift, push, or pull up to 40 Ibs Basic computer skills Must be able to work on site, 5 days a week from our Marlborough location Preferred Qualifications: Soldering skills certified to IPC J-STD-001 standards preferred Lean knowledge Fine pitch skills a plus Work Environment: Manufacturing floor with exposure to machinery noise, moving equipment, and production materials Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00-$26.00/hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical work location within the state. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time and will not require sponsorship either now or in the future to obtain an employment visa. One Company – HBK Hottinger Brüel & Kjaer (HBK) is a global leader in the fields of sensors, data acquisition, analytics and collaboration for various R&D, production and in-operation applications. Until the end of July 2020, the companies were known as Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH (HBM) and Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S respectively. HBK is part of Spectris Limited and employs around 3500 people worldwide. Our product eco system covers all layers from sensors, electronics, to software and collaboration. Our customers range from end users of the entire tool chain focusing on analytics and results in virtual testing, physical testing, and monitoring, to our OEM and system integrator partners and customers integrating our products into their own offering and solution. The product portfolio is as versatile and varied as our customer base covering many industries. We have engineering and production facilities in Germany, Denmark, UK, Portugal, USA and China and are represented in over 80 countries worldwide. We are proud to be one of the top three suppliers worldwide in our market segments served, thanks to our high-quality products and the commitment of our employees.