Test Technician I

Novanta Inc.; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta Inc. in Apex, NC seeks a Test Technician I to perform quality tests on products and systems within the Robotics & Automation manufacturing area. You will conduct tests, record results, and collaborate with engineering to resolve issues.

The role requires electro-mechanical assembly or troubleshooting experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs, read diagrams, and operate Windows-based test software and ERP systems. A high school diploma is required, with postsecondary education preferred.

Qualifications

• Electro-mechanical assembly skills.
• Electro-mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Hands-on experience with calibrated equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pound weights.
• Ability to read and interpret various forms of documentation including assembly drawings and work instructions.
• Proficient with Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
• Experience navigating ERP systems and viewing PDFs.
• Ability to operate custom test software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and inspections on components, products and systems as part of the manufacturing process.
• Maintain accurate records of test results and product performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with products and systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Light assembly of tooling setup.
• Test and calibrate force/torque sensor systems.
• Lift and hang calibration weights per scripted calibration program.
• Record results for each sensor system.
• Troubleshoot issues using technical knowledge.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve calibration issues.
• Recommend changes in processes or equipment for engineering review.
• Interact with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering.
• Maintain production machines and equipment, keep work floor clean and safe.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Calibrated equipment

Lifting 50 lbs

Reading drawings/docs

ERP system use

Lean principles

Education

High school diploma

Postsecondary education preferred

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

ERP system

PDF viewing

Test software

Job description

## Test Technician IApply: Apex, NC: Full time: Posted Today: R009731**Build a career powered by innovations that matter!** At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.This position is part of Novanta’s Robotics & Automation business unit. ATI is the world’s leading developer of robotic end of arm technologies. ATI end-effectors enhance productivity and flexibility of robotic and automated solutions across a wide spectrum of industries through capabilities such as automatic tool changing, force-torque sensing, material removal, and more. Since 1989, their commitment to engineering excellence, superior quality, and customer-focused support drives them to innovate and continuously improve the most reliable automated solutions available.**Summary**As a Manufacturing Assembly Test Technician, you will perform quality tests on products and systems. You will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet the required standards. Your attention to detail will be crucial in identifying any issues or defects. You will collaborate with other teams to troubleshoot issues and provide technical support.**Primary Responsibilities*** Conducting tests and inspections on components, products and systems as part of manufacturing process.* Maintaining accurate records of test results and product performance.* Troubleshooting and resolving issues with products and systems.* Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.* Light assembly of tooling setup.* Testing and calibration of force/torque sensor systems.* Lifting and hanging calibration weights per scripted calibration program.* Recording results for each sensor system.* Attempts to troubleshoot any issues, using technical knowledge.* Participates in conversations with engineering personnel to resolve calibration issues.* May recommend changes in processes or equipment for engineering review.* Interacts with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering.* Maintains production machines and equipment, cleans equipment, and ensures the work floor is clean, safe, and well maintained.**General Tasks*** Strict compliance with the quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations.* Implementation of the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist.**Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies*** Electro-mechanical assembly skills.* Electro-mechanical troubleshooting experience.* Hands-on experience with calibrated equipment.* Ability to lift 50 pound weights.* Ability to read and interpret various forms of documentation including assembly drawings and work instructions.* Computer skills; Windows navigation, Word to view files, enter data in Excel, PowerPoint to view files, Outlook for email communication and calendar, Teams for communications, ERP system navigation, view PDF files, and ability to operate custom test software.* Apply Lean principles for daily continuous improvements.* High school diploma required.* Some postsecondary education, preferred.* Read and communicate in English.**Compensation and Benefits*** The base pay for this position is $34,960 to $55,955 per year depending on the geographic market.* Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.* Novanta supports all aspects of your life’s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.Please call [phone] if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.