Inspection & Assembly Technician - Cleanroom

Jobot Consulting; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Catered meals

Healthy snacks

Family-friendly events

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Inspection & Assembly Technician for our Sunnyvale, CA site. The role focuses on hands-on electronic assembly and meticulous inspection of PCBs, hard drives, and chips in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

The candidate will operate precision inspection equipment, perform quality checks, and collaborate with manufacturing to resolve issues, ensuring top-quality product delivery in a high-volume operation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electronic assembly and inspection, PCB/hard drives/chips.
• Experience in a cleanroom environment (Class 10,000 or ISO 7).
• IPC‑A‑610 certification or willingness to obtain; Six Sigma/Lean/SMT certifications are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Experience at Tier 1 contract manufacturers or OEMs (e.g., Flex, Jabil, Celestica, Sanmina, Plexus, Apple, Google, Meta, Intel, AMD, NVIDIA) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with MS Office and common enterprise tools.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and comfort in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and inspect small electronic components (PCBs, hard drives, chips) in a high-volume production setting.
• Operate and maintain precision inspection equipment (CMM, OMM, AOI, microscopes, metrology tools).
• Perform quality control checks and functional testing on assemblies.
• Document defects, support corrective actions, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain to resolve issues and improve product quality.
• Adhere to cleanroom protocols (Class 10,000) while maintaining strict quality standards.
• Assist with inspection methodologies and process improvements as needed.

Skills

Hands-on experience in electronics

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Fast-paced production experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Inspection & Assembly Technician

Compensation

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Shifts Available

12:30pm - 9:30pm (2nd shift)

Type

Long-term contract with potential for permanent hire

Why join us?

• Premier medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Inclusive, flexible work environment
• Daily catered meals, healthy snacks, and family-friendly events (including our CEO’s famous BBQ!)

Job Details

We are seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Inspection & Assembly Technician to join our team in Sunnyvale, CA. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in small electronic assembly and inspection, particularly with PCBs, hard drives, and chips. You will work in a state‑of‑the‑art cleanroom manufacturing environment, assembling and inspecting highly technical electronic components while ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and inspect small electronic components, including PCBs, hard drives, and chips, in a high‑volume production environment
• Operate and maintain precision inspection equipment such as CMM, OMM, AOI, microscopes, and metrology tools
• Perform quality control checks and functional testing on electronic assemblies
• Document defects, support corrective actions, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to resolve issues and improve product quality
• Adhere to cleanroom protocols, including Class 10,000 requirements and full bunny suit, while maintaining strict quality standards
• Assist with inspection methodologies and process improvements as needed

Requirements

• Hands‑on experience in electronic assembly and inspection, with a focus on PCBs, hard drives, chips, and related components
• Prior experience working in a cleanroom environment (Class 10,000 or ISO 7)
• IPC‑A‑610 certification or willingness to obtain; Six Sigma, Lean, or SMT‑related certifications are a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related scientific field preferred
• Experience at Tier 1 contract manufacturers or OEMs such as Flex, Jabil, Celestica, Sanmina, Plexus, Apple, Google, Meta, Intel, AMD, or NVIDIA is highly desirable
• Proficiency with MS Office and common enterprise tools
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving ability, and comfort working in a fast‑paced production environment

Environment

• Cleanroom or production assembly environment
• High‑volume manufacturing focus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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