Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician

Position Overview Now Hiring: Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician (Precision Electronics) Location: Joliet, IL 60441 Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift Company: Vitrek LLC Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 per hour based on experience Build Precision. Power Innovation. Grow Your Career. Vitrek LLC is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our growing production team in Joliet, Illinois. This hands-on role is responsible for assembling, wiring, testing, and inspecting precision electronic instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced measurement and testing applications. If you have strong soldering skills, a keen eye for detail, and take pride in producing high-quality work, we invite you to join a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement. Why Join Vitrek? Benefits Package Multiple Medical Plan Options (PPO) Multiple Dental Plan Options Vision Insurance Long-Term Disability Coverage Group Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Short-Term Disability Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance Additional Perks Competitive Pay SIMPLE IRA with 3% Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Stable, Team-Oriented Work Environment Career Growth and Technical Development Opportunities Key Responsibilities Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch component assembly and rework using magnification equipment Assemble electro-mechanical products, subassemblies, and complete box-build systems Build, route, terminate, and label wires, cables, and harnesses according to specifications Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs) Inspect assemblies and components for quality, functionality, and compliance with production standards Prepare materials by cutting, stripping, labeling, and organizing components for assembly Maintain accurate workmanship and adhere to quality and safety procedures Keep work areas clean, organized, and production-ready Support team objectives and assist with additional production activities as needed Qualifications Required Minimum 3 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience, military technical training, or a combination of both Proven experience with SMT and through-hole soldering, including fine-pitch components Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and assembly documentation Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills Effective communication skills and a collaborative team mindset Flexibility to work overtime as production needs require Preferred IPC soldering…