Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician (Precision Electronics)

Location: Lockport, ILSchedule: Full-Time | 1st ShiftCompany: Vitrek LLC

Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 per hour based on experience

Build Precision. Power Innovation. Grow Your Career.

Vitrek LLC is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our growing production team in Joliet, Illinois. This hands-on role is responsible for assembling, wiring, testing, and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement and testing applications.

If you have strong soldering skills, a keen eye for detail, and take pride in producing high-quality work, we invite you to join a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Vitrek?

Benefits Package

• Multiple Medical Plan Options (PPO)
• Multiple Dental Plan Options
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Additional Perks

• Competitive Pay
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Stable, Team-Oriented Work Environment
• Career Growth and Technical Development Opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch component assembly and rework using magnification equipment
• Assemble electro-mechanical products, subassemblies, and complete box-build systems
• Build, route, terminate, and label wires, cables, and harnesses according to specifications
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Inspect assemblies and components for quality, functionality, and compliance with production standards
• Prepare materials by cutting, stripping, labeling, and organizing components for assembly
• Maintain accurate workmanship and adhere to quality and safety procedures
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and production-ready
• Support team objectives and assist with additional production activities as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience, military technical training, or a combination of both
• Proven experience with SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and assembly documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative team mindset
• Flexibility to work overtime as production needs require

Preferred

• IPC soldering certification or equivalent electronics assembly training
• Experience working in electronics manufacturing or precision instrumentation environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform repetitive precision assembly tasks
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 40 pounds regularly

Apply Today

Join Vitrek LLC and become part of a team dedicated to building high-quality precision instrumentation products used around the world. If you're passionate about electronics assembly, technical craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

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