Manufacturing Technician 2

FormFactor Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

ESPP

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 2 to conduct skilled production tasks in a clean-room setting, operate and maintain equipment, and support engineering with experiments and data collection.

The role includes coaching junior technicians and ensuring safety and quality across shifts. The position offers a night shift with a 15% differential, opportunities to improve yields, and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives within semiconductor testing and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience in operative/technician roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of production activities within a clean-room environment following procedures and safety protocols.
• Use systems and software to track, control, and document components through production processes.
• Set up and calibrate manufacturing equipment to meet specifications and perform preventative maintenance.
• Collect, review, and evaluate data to support process stability and optimization.
• Partner with engineers to conduct tests and experiments to improve yields and processes.
• Provide coaching to lower-level technicians and promote safety and procedural standards.

Skills

Cleanroom operations

Electrical assembly

Electrical soldering

Microscope inspection

Team player

Microsoft Office

PCB troubleshooting

Product assembly

PROMIS

Troubleshooting

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon 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.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

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 2 performs skilled production tasks in a clean‑room manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment, monitoring and optimizing processes, and supporting engineering teams with experiments, data collection, and continuous improvement efforts. The Technician II also contributes to team capability by coaching and guiding less experienced technicians.

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Perform a variety of production activities within a clean‑room environment, following established procedures and safety protocols.


• Use specialized systems and software programs to track, control, and document components as they move through the production process.

Equipment Setup, Calibration & Maintenance

• Set up and calibrate manufacturing equipment to meet operational specifications.


• Carry out routine preventative maintenance tasks to ensure uptime, repeatability, and optimal performance.


• Identify equipment irregularities, perform basic troubleshooting, and escalated complex issues to engineering or maintenance teams.

Process Monitoring & Optimization

• Collect, review, and evaluate equipment and process data to perform on‑line adjustments that support process stability and optimization.


• Maintain accurate logs, charts, and documentation related to production performance, equipment conditions, and process parameters.

Engineering & Experimentation Support

• Partner with engineers to conduct tests, trials, and experiments aimed at improving yields, enhancing processes, or supporting new product development.


• Provide observations, feedback, and data to enable effective root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.

Coaching & Team Development

• Provide guidance, informal coaching, and task‑level training to lower‑level technicians to support skill development, teamwork, and operational consistency.


• Promote adherence to safety, quality, and procedural standards across shifts.

Work Environment

• Work performed primarily in a clean‑room manufacturing setting, requiring adherence to gowning and contamination‑control procedures.


• Role may involve frequent standing, repetitive hand motions, and handling small or delicate components.


• May require exposure to chemicals, specialty tools, microscopes, or precision measurement equipment.

Skills

• Assembly Manufacturing


• Cleanroom Operations


• Electrical Assembly


• Electrical Soldering


• Microscope Inspection


• Microsoft Office


• PCB Troubleshooting


• Product Assembly


• PROMIS


• Team Player


• Teamwork


• Troubleshooting

Education & Experience

Minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience. Operative/Technician roles will typically operate more complex machinery/processes| Required

Pay Range

$22.10 - $29.03

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $22.10 and $29.03 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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