Test Technician 2

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Milwaukee Electronics is a leading provider of innovative manufacturing solutions, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver superior results. Our mission is to empower businesses with tailored solutions, enabling growth and success in an ever-evolving market. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to driving innovation and shaping the future of manufacturing.

We’re currently hiring a Test Technician II to join our team and support our mission of innovation, quality, and customer success.

SHIFT: 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

SUMMARY 

The Test Technician II is responsible for testing and inspecting products at various stages of the production process to ensure quality standards are met. This role represents level 2 of 3 within the Test Technician classification, requiring advanced troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform functional, in-circuit, and system-level tests with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot PCBAs to the component level using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Identify and isolate root causes of test failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret schematics, BOMs, and technical drawings to support troubleshooting and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Set up, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment for production use (e.g., bed-of-nails fixtures, ICT setups).
• Provide feedback to engineering teams on test procedures and coverage improvements.
• Train Test Technician I employees on testing processes and basic troubleshooting methods.
• Collaborate as a reliable, positive member of the manufacturing team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with workplace standards.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean activities while supporting organizational changes.
• Contribute to problem-solving processes and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• On-site presence and reliable attendance are essential requirements for this role.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, and/or 6–12 months of relevant experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting, or manufacturing. 

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in troubleshooting PCBAs to the component level using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and related tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Effective communication skills to train junior technicians and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English for documentation and communication.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and ability to interpret performance graphs.
• Problem-solving skills to address diverse issues with limited standardization and to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic data entry proficiency.

CERTIFICATIONS 

• IPC-A-610 Certification (Class 2 or higher) - Required 
• J-STD-001 - Preferred
• Must achieve passing scores on IPC Component Identification and IPC Workmanship Standards courses.

Physical Demands 

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be seated or standing, based on their workstation. Employee is occasionally required to stand and/or walk; Employee must frequently use hands to point, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close & distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or hr@milwaukeeelectronics.com.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov). 

Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.

Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.