Electronic Assembly Technician

Job Description:

Smart people. Smart ideas. Smart choice.

MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

As an ITW company, MTS is part of a Fortune 300 global manufacturing leader with 49,000 employees across 56 countries, offering career development opportunities not just within MTS but across the ITW enterprise.

We're looking for an Electronic Assembly Technician who will provide skilled labor necessary to build standard electronic/mechanical products and systems utilizing engineering & manufacturing documentation, processes and procedures.

What You'll Do:

• Manufacture standard electronic/mechanical products utilizing engineering prints, process sheets and standard department procedures.
• Meet or exceed MTS and department standards for quality of work, quantity of work and lead time.
• Modify existing MTS and vendor products as required.
• Maintain manufacturing records regarding quality, compliance and conformance to specifications.
• Recommend changes and improvements to processes, procedures and to engineering documentation.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisor, peers and interdependent departments. Keep supervisor and team members informed of progress, problems and changes in products and processes.
• Effectively communicate design and process improvement ideas.
• Communicate concerns about personal development, scheduling, product quality and morale.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Manage time to maximize productivity and meet delivery requirements, maintaining high quality standards.
• Manage concurrent projects and responsibilities to achieve all requirements and meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Associates or Vocational Technical Certificate in Electronics or related area
• Three (3) years of relevant assembly experience
• Advanced understanding of electronic/mechanical MTS and vendor products
• Skilled in the use of tools and methods to modify all electronic/mechanical MTS and vendor products
• Best in Class Benefits: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance: http://myitwhr.com/
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income protection benefits
• Industry leading 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Matching gift and volunteer program
• Get Involved and Give Back: MTS supports Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together to share experiences and ideas, and we're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their talents. Through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program, employees also have the chance to give back and support families in our communities.
• Physical Demands (US only)
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.