Manufacturing Technician (1st Shift)

Ultimate Staffing; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support product manufacturing, assembly, and testing operations in a fast-paced production environment. The role is temporary and fully onsite, requiring collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to ensure on-time production.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and experience in cleanroom settings, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a cleanroom environment preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production equipment following SOPs.
• Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products.
• Maintain inventory of job materials.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality to ensure on-time production.
• Perform quality inspections and troubleshoot equipment/processes.

Skills

Quality checks

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Torque wrenches

Testing equipment

Job description

Perform assigned product manufacturing and assembly tasks. - In some of the build tests it was evident some of the candidates we not familiar with or proficient using typical hand tools such as torque wrenches, etc.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks on the functionality of parts and components. - We've had recent candidates state they always delegate or elevate quality issues. This is more indicative of an Operator vs a Technician.
• Collaborating with other departments such as Manufacturing Engineering or Quality to complete builds on time. - We need candidates who have experience and are comfortable working across other departments as needed, who have collaborated with engineers and who can effectively communicate any issues they see.
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. - This is another differentiator between Operators and Technicians - we'd really like to see experience in this area.
• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. - We need people that have had experience building; not just running an existing machine.
• Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures.
• Maintain inventory of job materials.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment.

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support product manufacturing, assembly, and testing operations in a fast-paced production environment. This temporary, fully onsite role involves assembling products, performing quality inspections, troubleshooting equipment and processes, supporting prototype builds, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to ensure on-time production.

Key Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and productivity
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.