How to hire a manufacturing electronic technician

How to hire a manufacturing electronic technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step manufacturing electronic technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a manufacturing electronic technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new manufacturing electronic technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The manufacturing electronic technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect manufacturing electronic technician also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of manufacturing electronic technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Manufacturing Electronic Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Manufacturing Electronic Technician	Electrical and electronics engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment... Show more	$8-19
   Technical Testing Engineer	A technical testing engineer is responsible for inspecting and reporting the quality of products across the production cycle. You will thoroughly check procedures, materials, and electrical and mechanical systems to produce high-quality products for customers... Show more	$29-60
   Assembly & Test Technician	An assembly test technician works at manufacturing facilities where they are in charge of assembling product components and subjecting them to various tests, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Although the extent of their responsibilities depends on their organization of employment, it usually includes understanding diagrams and project requirements, establishing and implementing test parameters, operating tools and equipment, maintaining records, and producing detailed reports... Show more	$14-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Troubleshoot
   • Continuous Improvement
   • SMT
   • Control Systems
   • Function Generators
   • Aerospace
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Surface Mount
   • Electronic Test Equipment
   • RF
   • PLC
   • R
   • Electronic Components
   • Production Equipment

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   Responsibilities:

   • Perform adjustments to CIP equipment and run computer programs in order to automate the cleaning and sanitizing of the equipment.
   • Print circuit board (PCB) assembly and soldering.
   • Review values and document work instructions for PC parts.
   • Train other technicians to repair down to components level and PCB's.
   • Assemble and solder electronic circuits on PC board and build small and large wire harnesses using schematics.
   • Facilitate a high degree on cleanliness on wafer handling containers insuring timely production deadlines and quotas as specified by management.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your manufacturing electronic technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A manufacturing electronic technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, manufacturing electronic technicians' average salary in tennessee is 53% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level manufacturing electronic technicians earn 58% less than senior-level manufacturing electronic technicians.
   • Certifications. A manufacturing electronic technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a manufacturing electronic technician's salary.

   Average manufacturing electronic technician salary

   $12.87hourly

   $26,768 yearly

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   Entry-level manufacturing electronic technician salary

   $17,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

   Average manufacturing electronic technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Texas	$30,162	$15
   2	California	$27,599	$13
   3	Illinois	$25,901	$12
   4	Rhode Island	$25,341	$12
   5	Minnesota	$24,556	$12
   6	Maryland	$24,472	$12
   7	Colorado	$23,676	$11
   8	North Carolina	$23,643	$11
   9	Arizona	$22,508	$11
   10	Oregon	$22,049	$11
   11	Pennsylvania	$20,589	$10

   Average manufacturing electronic technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Fortive	$49,583	$23.84	8
   2	Northrop Grumman	$43,873	$21.09	112
   3	Lucid Motors	$37,478	$18.02	34
   4	Woodward	$30,682	$14.75	2
   5	Abbott	$29,126	$14.00	51
   6	Applied Concepts	$28,638	$13.77
   7	Kelly Services	$28,414	$13.66	62
   8	ManpowerGroup	$28,316	$13.61	98
   9	Parallel LLC	$27,238	$13.10	2
   10	CoStar Group	$27,228	$13.09
   11	RRD	$25,682	$12.35	3

4. Writing a manufacturing electronic technician job description

   A job description for a manufacturing electronic technician role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a manufacturing electronic technician job description:

   Manufacturing electronic technician job description example

   Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
   About Abbott
   
   Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
   
   Working at Abbott
   
   At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:
   
   * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
   * Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
   * An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
   * Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
   * A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
   * A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
   
   The Opportunity
   
   Our Location in St. Paul, MN, is has an opening for a Manufacturing Technician I. This position is responsible for the production of high quality medical device hardware and systems. This position includes detailed assembly and testing of various electronic components and finished devices.
   
   What You'll Work On
   
   * Perform assembly and testing of electronic components and assemblies
   * Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions
   * Understanding of and ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and computer software packages
   * Ability to prioritize work by determining the sequencing and timing of different jobs based on precedence and importance
   * Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts
   * Ability to make critical decisions and judgments with minimal supervision
   * Troubleshooting skills - Interpersonal skills such as conflict resolution, active participation, active listening, interpreting, cooperation and flexibility to allow for a successful self-managed team
   * Must be able to clearly communicate ideas, problems and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form
   * Positively represent the company during tours by demonstrating techniques and sharing appropriate information - Follow safety guidelines and utilize appropriate safety devices when performing all operations
   * Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives in order to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics
   * Electronic testing tools - oscilloscopes, basic hand tools
   * Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment to maximize efficiency, minimize accidents to enhance longer life of equipment and tools
   * Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable and quality issues can be addressed to assure the quality of all products
   * Is cross trained in multiple areas/processes
   * Identify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and productivity) - Test/troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment
   * Support process validation activities for continuing production and for new product introductions
   * Set-up production processes using established procedures and processes
   * Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
   
   Required Qualifications
   
   * High School Diploma or equivalent required
   * 1-2 years' experience with electronic assembly and test, preferably in medical device industry
   * Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting equipment, building and testing of electronic assemblies
   * Proficient computer and data analysis
   
   Preferred Qualifications
   
   * 2 year technical degree/certificate in electronics preferred
   * Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments preferred
   
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   * Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
   
   Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
   
   Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
   
   Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right manufacturing electronic technician for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your manufacturing electronic technician job on Zippia to find and recruit manufacturing electronic technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit manufacturing electronic technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new manufacturing electronic technician

   Once you've found the manufacturing electronic technician candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new manufacturing electronic technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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