Production Associate (SMT) Surface Mount Technology | Shift 1

Full-Time | 1st Shift | No Weekends

Build Something That Matters. Work With a Team That Takes Pride in Getting It Right.

Are you an experienced manufacturing or electronics assembly professional who takes pride in precision, quality, and craftsmanship? Do you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and helping a team succeed?

At Electronic Systems Inc. (ESI), your skills make a difference. We're looking for an experienced SMT Operator to join our production team and help build high-quality electronic products used in industries around the world.

If you have at least three recent years of hands-on production or assembly experience and are ready to grow your skills with a company that values its people, we'd like to meet you!

• $19.25/hour
• Monday - Friday (No Weekends)
• Full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development
• Hands-on training and opportunities to develop new skills
• A team environment where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement matter

Second Shift

• Monday - Friday: 5AM – 3:30 PM
• No weekends!

As an SMT Operator, you'll play an important role in assembling and producing electronic products that meet our customers' exact specifications.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Read and follow engineering prints, assembly drawings, and work instructions.
• Hand-insert electronic components into printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Ensure accurate component placement and quality assembly of finished products.
• Perform assembly and soldering tasks for low-volume and prototype projects.
• Share knowledge and demonstrate proper assembly and soldering techniques to support team quality and efficiency.
• Communicate production progress and job status to team leaders.
• Assist with product testing, packaging, and other production activities.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to meet quality and production goals.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and occasional overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 recent years of direct production and assembly experience.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal English instructions.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• A positive, self-motivated attitude and willingness to share knowledge with others.

We believe taking care of our employees is part of building a great team. Our benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Three Sanford Health medical plan options
• Delta Dental of South Dakota
• VSP Vision coverage
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Voluntary short-term disability
• AFLAC supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance

At ESI, we believe great employees deserve opportunities to grow.

Many of our leaders started on the production floor and built their careers through hands-on experience, training, and professional development.

Whether you're interested in developing new technical skills, earning certifications, mentoring teammates, or moving into leadership, we'll support your growth and recognize your contributions.

This opportunity is especially well-suited for experienced production associates, senior assemblers, line leads, and team trainers who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

This position requires the ability to:

• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Distinguish colors and work around standard production odors.
• Sit and stand for extended periods.
• Bend, reach, and twist while performing assembly and packaging tasks.
• Follow ESI safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with applicable OSHA standards.

This position requires access to information and materials regulated under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).