Production Test Technician

Sanmina; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing firm located in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, is seeking an entry-level Production Test Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, calibrating, testing, and troubleshooting circuits and mechanical assemblies. Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience with a focus on troubleshooting electrical equipment. Excellent attention to detail and computer skills (Word, Excel) are required. This role requires working within an ITAR facility, and applicants must be US Citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience in troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment.
• Soldering experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ABB circuit breakers and load banks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot circuits and assemblies.
• Determine test specifications from blueprints and diagrams.
• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel)

Troubleshooting skills (multimeter, electrical equipment)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or 2‑year Technical Degree

Job description

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest‑growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end‑to‑end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers primarily in the communications, defense, aerospace, industrial, semiconductor, medical, multimedia, computing, storage, automotive and clean‑technology sectors. Sanmina has facilities strategically located in key regions worldwide.

Position

Production Test Technician

Responsibilities

Perform the set‑up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies. Determine and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams. Test and troubleshoot assemblies and/or final systems. May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing. Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems. May assist in the selection and set‑up of specialized test equipment.

Key Duties

• Read and comprehend technical documentation (routing reports, prints, schematics, equipment manuals)
• Attention to detail
• Follow step‑by‑step instructions on programming component boards or functional test documents
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel)
• Use a multimeter for troubleshooting electrical equipment and wiring
• Read small print labels
• Solve problems in a timely manner to keep the production area efficient
• Identify priorities, set goals, complete goals, work well under pressure
• Work overtime as required
• Sit, stand, walk and bend for long periods of time

Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree or 2‑year Technical Degree
• 1–2 years of related experience
• Proven record of troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment, reading schematics and working with high‑voltage equipment
• Soldering experience preferred
• Familiarity with ABB circuit breakers rated at 254‑508 V and AC resistive load banks
• Electronic/electrical device programming experience through USB, Ethernet and/or Serial Port interfaces

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

ITAR Requirement

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Quality Assurance

Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing