Lead Assembly Technician

Econolite® is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world.

Econolite’s ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will lead the electro-mechanical assembly and testing of Econolite’s market-leading traffic controller, detection, and other electronics-based products. The Lead Assembly Technician is also responsible for managing scheduling and workflow, lead and train assembly technicians, and ensure high-quality and on-time production. We are looking for a quality-minded individual with significant experience in electro-mechanical assembly, testing, and repair, along with a strong understanding of electronic parts, schematics, and sheet metal components, as well as experience in leading production teams.

DUTIES

• Lead and train electro-mechanical assemblers and testers in the building and testing of electronic products.
• Follow documented work instructions to perform electro-mechanical assembly, testing/troubleshooting, burn-in testing, and packaging for all electronic products as a senior-level technician. Attach correct labels to the products and various subassemblies, perform all the necessary quality inspections, and maintain all production test records.
• Manage scheduling and workflow, delegate and monitor day-to-day activities for assemblers and testers, and generate end-of-the-day production reports.
• Maintain high-quality production with a high sense of urgency and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct short daily production stand-up meetings, participate in production status meetings with the Operations team, and manage and deliver on action items in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with Quality Control and repair/warranty personnel regarding production processes and failed electronics. Participate in internal and external ISO audits.
• Provide feedback for employee performance reviews and work proactively towards improved team performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in electro-mechanical product assembly and testing
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a production lead or supervisor
• A minimum of 3 years of experience soldering micro-electronics
• Technical training and certification preferred but not mandatory