The Test Technician is responsible for testing and debugging products in accordance with directions from Vanguard and its customer.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

• Operate HP and other automated test equipment
• Debug ATE board failures and coordinate test/debug schedules
• Assist New Product Introductions (NPI’s) and implement ECO’s
• Analyze and track data and engineering/customer interface
• Train operators and test functionality of products
• Troubleshoot and repair those products that fail testing
• Collect quality and technical data
• Communicate quality problems to appropriate production team(s)
• Communicate with customers concerning technical or quality issues
• Participate in theory training of new products and team problem-solving meetings
• Rework circuit boards when needed and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• Advanced proficiency in computer systems, including MS Excel (vlookups, etc.), Office, and Outlook
• 1 year of electronic Test experience at this level
• Knowledge of multiple test equipment platforms
• Knowledge of computer language such as C , VHDL, VB.net and LabVIEW
• Efficiently read schematics from multiple sources

• High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, analysis, and ability to multi-task and learn quickly
• Demonstrated self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality
• Organization, thoroughness, and ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy or quality
• Communicate in person, over the phone, email, internet or in writing in a positive, professional manner
• Demonstrated core competencies through successful completion of the Vanguard Test Technician Exam
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to prioritize work in a quickly changing environment
• Excellent communication skills with both internal and external customers

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of formal electronic education or the equivalent

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary

Benefits

Employees enjoy a benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Profit Sharing