Production Technician

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Eight paid holidays per year

Transit spending account

Job summary

Kelly Engineering is seeking a hands-on Engineering Production Technician in Portland, OR to support production of precision electronic components. The role requires extended microscope-based soldering, strict adherence to work instructions, and a focus on quality in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include fine-pitch soldering, assembly, inspection, and documentation, along with collaboration with Engineering to troubleshoot and improve processes. On-site, full-time, contract-to-hire.

Qualifications

• Recent hands-on experience with microscope-based soldering of small electronic components or wires.
• Ability to perform detailed soldering work under a microscope for extended periods during a shift.
• Experience following SOPs, work instructions, travelers, blueprints, or manufacturing process instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently meet quality requirements.
• Experience in electronics, medical device, semiconductor, precision assembly, or another regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fine-pitch soldering and rework on very small wires and electronic components using a microscope.
• Build, assemble, inspect, and test precision components according to work instructions and quality requirements.
• Follow SOPs, manufacturing process instructions, travelers, blueprints, and assembly documentation.
• Complete accurate production and quality documentation.
• Conduct visual inspection of parts and assemblies using microscopes and other inspection tools.
• Support Engineering and Production with troubleshooting, rework, and process-improvement activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safety-focused work area.

Skills

Microscope-based soldering

Detail-oriented

SOPs/Work instructions compliance

Regulated manufacturing experience

Tools

Microscope

Blueprints/Travelers

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Production Technician

Location: Portland, OR

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $28.00-$30.00/hr

Schedule: Full-time, onsite

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Production Technician to support the production of small, precision electronic components. This person must be comfortable performing detailed microscope-based soldering for extended periods and following controlled manufacturing documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform fine-pitch soldering and rework on very small wires and electronic components using a microscope.
• Build, assemble, inspect, and test precision components according to work instructions and quality requirements.
• Follow SOPs, manufacturing process instructions, travelers, blueprints, and assembly documentation.
• Complete accurate production and quality documentation.
• Conduct visual inspection of parts and assemblies using microscopes and other inspection tools.
• Support Engineering and Production with troubleshooting, rework, and process-improvement activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safety-focused work area.

Required Qualifications

• Recent hands-on experience with microscope-based soldering of small electronic components or wires.
• Ability to perform detailed soldering work under a microscope for extended periods during a shift.
• Experience following SOPs, work instructions, travelers, blueprints, or manufacturing process instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently meet quality requirements.
• Experience in electronics, medical device, semiconductor, precision assembly, or another regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to work 100% onsite in Portland, OR.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wire bonding, heat plates, preform soldering, rework, or incoming/final inspection.
• Familiarity with GMP, GDP, DHR, LHR, or other controlled manufacturing documentation.
• Experience supporting engineering builds or production scale-up activities.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly Engineering

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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