Test Technician III

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:
The Test Technician provides support and debug for test processes in manufacturing.

Responsibilities:
* Performs debug and test assemblies to component level, as able, utilizing block diagrams and schematics
* Performs tester maintenance and upkeep
* Troubleshoots operator problems successfully, works with leadership on training and process improvements
* Provides training and ongoing support to the Test operators
* Communicates problems to Test Engineer and/or leader
* Assists in performing experiments for failure analysis and root cause analysis
* Recommends additional equipment needs to leadership and/or Test Engineers for the product debug areas
* Participates in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen continuous improvement activities
* Complies and follows all company security policies and procedures.
* Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
* Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Builds productive internal/external working relationships.
* A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
* Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

Other information:
* 8+ years of experience; Ability to provide various levels of engineer quality work; Excellent presentation skills; Effective interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization and with customers; Ability to work on the most complex products and issues
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Effective interpersonal skills
* Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
* Effective organization and prioritization skills
* Demonstrate high attention to detail
* Ability to work with diverse groups
* Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment.
* Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
* Strong customer service and client focus
* Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software
* 2 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
* Basic understanding of Test Measurement and Debug Techniques
* Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required
* Proficient in reading electrical schematics
Benchmark considers this a safety-sensitive position.

Education: 2 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
Geographical Location: Minnesota:Winona
Physical Location: Winona, MN - West (4245)
Shift: Shift 4
Work Schedule: F-Su 0530-1800
Full Time

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status)or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.