Manufacturing Technician – Miniature Electronics & Production
Questwise Ventures creates miniature electronics and electronic modules for makers, hobbyists, and people who enjoy unusual little devices. We're looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to help turn small parts into finished products.
This is a practical production role in a small workshop. It suits someone who enjoys careful assembly, takes pride in a clean finish, and can keep quality consistent across a batch.
Role details
- Location: On-site in Los Gatos, California.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Schedule: Part-time, with flexible hours. Weekly hours and schedule will be agreed upon based on your availability and production needs.
- Pay: $24–$30/hour depending on experience.
What you'll do
- Assemble miniature products and small electronic components using documented steps and reference samples.
- Prepare and finish small parts, including cleaning, sanding, fitting, and painting where the product requires it.
- Help with basic wiring and soldering as appropriate to your skills and the production task.
- Inspect fit, finish, and workmanship; perform routine functional tests and flag defects before products are packed.
- Pack finished products carefully and check that orders contain the correct parts and accessories.
- Keep parts organized, track production quantities, and flag low supplies or missing components.
- Keep the work area clean and follow tool, material-handling, and workshop safety procedures.
- Share practical suggestions that make repeat tasks clearer and reduce errors.
What we're looking for
- Care and precision when handling small parts and using hand tools.
- The ability to follow written or visual assembly instructions and ask questions when a step is unclear.
- Patience with detailed, repetitive work and a consistent approach to quality.
- Reliability, clear communication, and good organization.
- A willingness to learn our products and production methods.
Helpful experience
Experience in any of the following would be useful. You don't need every skill on this list.
- Small-product assembly, electronics assembly, repair, or hands-on production.
- Soldering, basic wiring, using a multimeter, or troubleshooting simple electronic issues.
- 3D printing or finishing 3D-printed parts.
- Model making, miniature painting, crafts, or other work that calls for a careful finish.
- Quality checks, packing, or keeping track of parts and inventory.
Relevant personal projects and hobby experience are welcome. No specific degree is required.
How to apply
Send your resume and a short note about your relevant hands-on experience to email@questwiseventures.com. Use the subject line Manufacturing Technician Application.
Please include your general availability. Photos or a link to a maker portfolio are optional and should show your work. Please don't send a Social Security number, date of birth, identification documents, or a portrait photo with your application.