Full-Time

Electronics Production Associate

Updated on 9/4/2026

Creation Technologies

Creation Technologies

1,001-5,000 employees

EMS for OEM design and manufacturing

No salary listed

Canandaigua, NY, USA

In Person

On-site in Newark, New York; afternoon shift.

Bachelor's

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • Advanced soldering and repair/rework skills
  • Ability to use solder extractor tools
  • Basic computer skills - accurate with data entry
  • Good math skills with the ability to count and measure
  • Accurate visual acuity for color and depth perception
  • Vision sufficient to accurately measure in a fraction of an inch
  • Manual dexterity to handle small hand tools including soldering iron
  • Read and understand moderately complex assembly instructions
  • Comprehend written and verbal assignments
  • Ability to work as a team member in a diverse work environment
  • Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED
  • Work Environment: Production environment where the noise level is generally moderately noisy
  • Work Position: Primarily sitting
  • Body Movements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand,walk, sit, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Weight Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 20lbs
  • Sensory Requirements: Vision, speech, hearing, smell, and touch are routinely used in day to day functions
Responsibilities
  • Performs intermediate assembly tasks such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors,integrated circuits, and sockets, on chassis panel.
  • Reads work orders, follows production drawings and sample assemblies, and/or receives verbalinstructions regarding duties to be performed.
  • Uses hand tools, power tools machines or other equipment to perform work.
  • May perform assembly operations under microscope or another magnifying device.
  • Inspects own work to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications andstandards.
  • Conducts quality checks periodically.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness by meeting all productivity and quality objectives.
  • Communicates with team and support staff to ensure continuous production at high-qualitylevels
Creation Technologies

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Creation Technologies provides Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), handling design, manufacturing, supply chain, order fulfillment, and aftermarket support for complex technology products. It offers integrated, customized programs that cover the product lifecycle to reduce inventory and time to market while lowering costs. The company differentiates itself through long-term client partnerships, high-quality technology, and a global, localized delivery network tailored to each OEM. Its goal is to help OEMs improve operational efficiency, speed product launches, and stay competitive by delivering reliable, end-to-end EMS solutions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$68.2M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Creation won its eleventh straight Service Excellence Award in October 2025, with record 6.62.
  • Newark's 150,000-square-foot facility supports medical, industrial, and aerospace programs with 360-job commitment.
  • 2026 blog posts show Changzhou shipped quickly after Spring Festival, indicating global operational resilience.

What critics are saying

  • Revelio shows employee count fell to 4,020 in 2026, signaling a shrinking operating base.
  • No major layoffs surfaced, but demand concentration in defense customers raises contract-renewal risk.
  • Any quality miss at Newark, Denver, or L3Harris could damage EMS credibility fast.

What makes Creation Technologies unique

  • Patrick Freytag became CEO on January 14, 2025, preserving execution continuity from CFO.
  • Denver Product Realization Center expanded 40% in May 2025 for NPI and prototypes.
  • L3Harris chose Creation for long-term defense manufacturing, validating high-reliability, mission-critical capabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

RRSP matching program

Vacation

Onsite gym

Wellness trail near facility

Transit accessible site

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Inhouse training available

Stock Options

Company Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

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