ZipRecruiter is hiring: Manufacturing Technician in Schaumburg

Overview

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, or computer-based systems.
• Follow written procedures and technical drawings to perform tasks.
• Accurately record data and findings in internal systems.
• Use provided tools and test equipment (e.g., cordless screwdrivers, torque wrenches, digital multimeters).
• Some roles may involve occasional handling of low-level radioactive components (safety measures provided).

Required Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to learn new technical skills.
• Ability to read and follow step-by-step procedures.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings (e.g., mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams).
• Strong attention to detail when logging data electronically or on paper.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with hand and power tools (e.g., torque wrenches, Atlas Copco smart tools, Faro Lasers).
• Experience using electrical test instruments (e.g., digital multimeters, ground bond testers).
• Experience installing software on computer systems.
• Availability to work 1st shift and occasional overtime (including some weekends).
• Post-secondary education in a technical field (e.g., Mechatronics certification, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field).
• Prior work experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.