Manufacturing Technician

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Manufacturing Technician Job Description

Join our innovative team as a Manufacturing Technician, where you will play a vital role in assembling, testing, repairing, and calibrating electronic and mechanical products used in industrial monitoring applications. This position offers a diverse range of responsibilities, from bench assembly to customer interaction, in a collaborative and supportive environment that values quality work, continuous learning, and work-life balance.

• Assemble mechanical and electronic components into finished products.
• Perform light electronics manufacturing, including soldering and wiring.
• Conduct functional testing and quality checks on parts and completed assemblies.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate electronic hardware as needed.
• Document production, repairs, and calibration results accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Manage and track inventory for parts needed for upcoming production orders.
• Perform light programming or configuration of PCBs and battery packs following established procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Provide periodic customer support via email or phone related to repairs and shipments.
• Follow company policies, safety guidelines, and industry regulations.

• High school diploma required; two-year technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic hardware and assembly issues.
• Comfortable using hand tools and basic test equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including email and office software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Experience with electronics assembly or soldering.
• Experience performing quality control or inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with production or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with inventory management systems (SOS Inventory a plus).
• Experience with equipment calibration or light device programming.

This role is based in a workshop and desk environment, where you will be part of a small, family-oriented company that is rapidly growing. The work environment encourages collaboration and offers opportunities for personal growth and development.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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