Manufacturing Technician

Aleron; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 73,013,000 - 98,636,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Palo Alto, CA for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on electro-mechanical assembly, testing components, and maintaining quality standards on the production line.

You will work 40 hours per week on the first shift, assembling subassemblies and ensuring reliable performance of tools and devices. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in manufacturing or assembly.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, or production operations.
• Detail-oriented with ability to follow work instructions precisely.
• Experience assembling electro-mechanical components and subassemblies.

Responsibilities

• Assemble standard parts and electro-mechanical subassemblies per work instructions.
• Prepare required parts and materials to support daily production.
• Operate and maintain assembly tools and testing devices.
• Conduct visual inspections, functional checks, and quality tests.
• Identify and help resolve routine manufacturing issues following safety procedures.

Skills

Detail oriented

Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Employment Type: Contract (12 months)

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $30.00/hr.

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. - (1st shift)

About the Opportunity

• We're looking for a detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Assembly professional to join a production team supporting the assembly and testing of electronic components, assemblies, and subassemblies.
• You'll play an important role in ensuring products are assembled accurately, tested thoroughly, and meet established quality and safety standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Assemble standard parts, components, and electro-mechanical subassemblies in line with work instructions and production plans.
• Select and prepare the required parts, materials, and semi-finished products to support daily production requirements.
• Operate and maintain specialized assembly tools, equipment, and testing devices to ensure reliable performance.
• Perform visual inspections, functional checks, and routine quality tests to confirm products meet specifications.
• Identify and support the resolution of routine manufacturing issues while following established safety, quality, and production procedures.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, or production operations.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.