Manufacturing Technician 1 (Temporary)

FormFactor Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 26,587 - 34,935; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

Flexible spending or savings accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

FormFactor Inc. in Livermore, California is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I to support probe card manufacturing operations. This entry-level role involves routine production tasks, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts alongside engineering teams.

Candidates should be prepared to engage in various manufacturing processes and demonstrate skills such as cleanroom operations and communication. The pay range is $19.30 to $25.36 per hour with a full benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) with a company match.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety, quality, and cleanroom protocols.
• Basic troubleshooting skills to ensure equipment reliability.
• Experience with routine production and assembly activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manufacturing operations for probe card production.
• Collect, document, and evaluate operating and process data.
• Assist engineering and senior technicians with tests and experiments.

Skills

Cleanroom Operations

Communication

Computer Literacy

Manual Dexterity

Mathematics

Microscope

Microsoft Office

Problem Solving

Working Independently

Education

Less than 1 year of related experience

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM) is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies across the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de‑bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely on FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:00pm to 6:15am. You will receive a 15% shift differential for working on the night shift.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician I supports probe card manufacturing operations by performing a variety of routine production, assembly, testing, and inspection activities. This entry‑level role focuses on executing established procedures, maintaining equipment, collecting process data, and supporting continuous improvement efforts in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine manufacturing operations associated with probe card production, including photolithography, thin film processing, etching, plating, assembly, testing, and inspection, following documented procedures and work instructions.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate manufacturing equipment under established guidelines.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting to ensure equipment reliability and process stability.
• Collect, document, and evaluate operating and process data to support on‑line equipment adjustments and process optimization.
• Follow safety, quality, and cleanroom protocols to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Partner with engineering and senior technicians to assist with tests and experiments aimed at improving production processes, yields, or developing new products and processes.
• Accurately complete production documentation, logs, and reports to maintain traceability and process control.
• Assist in training or coaching peers as needed to support teamwork, knowledge sharing, and skill development.
• Participate in continuous improvement, lean, and corrective action initiatives.

Skills

• Cleanroom Operations
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Manual Dexterity
• Mathematics
• Microscope
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Working Independently

Education & Experience

Less than 1 year of related experience. No formal occupational training is typically required.

Pay Range

$19.30 - $25.36

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $19.30 and $25.36 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit‑sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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