Benchmark provides comprehensive solutions across the entire product lifecycle; leading through its innovative technology and engineering design services, leveraging its optimized global supply chain, and delivering world-class manufacturing services. The industries we serve include: commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next generation telecommunications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. Summary: The manufacturing Technician provides and supports manufacturing equipment, materials and processes to production to ensure products are assembled in an efficient manner, meeting customer quality and expectations and on-time delivery specifications. Responsibilities: * Creates and maintains machine programs and profiles for new and existing product * Aids in maintaining product routings, drawing packets, and interpreting instructions/specifications for manufacturing operators * Troubleshoots operator problems successfully, work with leadership on training and process improvements * Communicates problems to Engineers and/or leader * Assists in the testing and qualification for new equipment, materials, and processes * 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; 3+ years in a leadership role; Ability to provide various levels of engineer quality work; Excellent presentation skills; Effective interpersonal * 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 * Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required Education: * 2 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management Geographical Location: Minnesota: Rochester Physical Location: Rochester, MN Shift: 1st Shift Work Schedule: F-Su 0600-1800 Full Time 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 . Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (includin pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran or any other protected status under applicable law. Consistent with its obligations under applicable laws, Benchmark will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.