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Manufacturing Technician I

at ArcBest in Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician - Vaux is responsible for assembling, integrating, configuring, and testing autonomous robotic vehicle systems in a manufacturing environment. This position performs electrical, mechanical, and technical production work, including wiring, soldering, component installation, calibration, software loading, troubleshooting, and quality inspections. The Manufacturing Technician - Vaux follows established manufacturing processes, maintains production documentation, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and helps ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality vehicle builds.

Responsibilities

Assemble robotic vehicles and related systems using work instructions, engineering documentation, and established production processes.

Perform electrical and mechanical integration of components, sensors, controls, and supporting hardware.

Solder, crimp, route, terminate, inspect, and test electrical and data connections.

Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and build documentation.

Install, configure, and calibrate robotic hardware, including sensors, cameras, industrial PCs, and control systems.

Load software, perform system bring-up activities, and support functional testing and calibration.

Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, networking, and software-related issues during assembly and testing.

Conduct in-process and final quality inspections, identify defects, and perform or support rework activities.

Maintain accurate build records, serial number traceability, inspection results, and production documentation.

Follow standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Support inventory and material tracking activities and identify shortages or discrepancies.

Collaborate with engineering, integration, inventory, procurement, and operations teams to resolve production issues.

Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, lifts, and other equipment safely as required.

Assist with fabrication and finishing activities, including 3D printing, machining support, painting, and decal application.

Utilize digital tools such as Excel and production software to manage documentation, reporting, and workflow tracking.

Support continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, safety, efficiency, and manufacturing processes.

Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or GED, required.

Experience:

1 year of electri

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