Manufacturing Technician – ENTRY LEVEL – DAY SHIFT

Keysight Technologies; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Operator at our Santa Rosa, California site. You will be part of the Manufacturing Operations team, working a Day Shift to produce integrated circuits and related components.

Training will be provided and no prior experience is required. Key responsibilities include operating semiconductor equipment, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team; communicate with supervisors, engineers and maintenance.
• Ability to handle delicate, sensitive materials with skilled hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in an ESD controlled environment with strict quality standards.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to raise concerns through a standardized chain of command; strong coordination and multitasking skills.
• Must be a US Person: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident or protected individual.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a manufacturing team producing ICs, Thin Films, or SiPs; ensure quality and consistency of parts.
• Operate equipment for semiconductor and SiP manufacturing, including masking, etching, bonding tools, probe stations, microscopes, and cameras.
• Operate the complete equipment set for the assigned area, supported by MES.
• Support NTI development by adapting to changing manufacturing requirements.
• Implement continuous improvement and lean principles to optimize workflow.
• Handle delicate materials in substrate and circuit form with skilled hand-eye coordination.
• Collaborate with engineering, trainers, supervisors, maintenance and other operators to meet manufacturing needs.
• Work independently under supervision while contributing to team goals.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Hand-eye coordination

ESD environment

Computer skills

Quality adherence

US Person status

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

This role is based at Keysight's Santa Rosa, California site, within the Manufacturing Operations team. This position works Day Shift.

Responsibilities

This role is based at Keysight's Santa Rosa, California site, within the Manufacturing Operations team. This position works Day Shift.

No previous related work experience is required for this entry level role. Training will be provided.

• Work as part of a manufacturing team responsible for producing Integrated Circuits, Thin Films, or Systems in a Package (SiPs); ensure the quality and consistency of parts, since work directly affects the quality and function of finished circuits.
• Operate equipment dedicated to semiconductor and SiP manufacturing processes, including masking, etching, and bonding tools, probe stations, microscopes, and cameras for setup and visual verification.
• Operate the complete equipment set for the assigned area, supported by the Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Support New Technology Introduction (NTI) development by adapting to dynamic manufacturing requirements.
• Implement continuous improvement and lean principles to optimize workflow.
• Handle delicate and sensitive materials in substrate and circuit form, using skilled hand-eye coordination.
• Work closely and professionally with engineering, trainers, supervisors, maintenance, and other operators to assure quality and meet manufacturing needs.
• Work independently under the direction of a coordinator while contributing to the team's and area's goals.

Qualifications

Required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, communicating with supervisors, engineers, trainers, and maintenance personnel.
• Ability to handle delicate, sensitive materials in substrate or circuit form with skilled hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in an ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) controlled environment; strong attention to detail and adherence to strict quality standards.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to raise concerns through a standardized chain of command; strong coordination and multitasking skills.
• Must be a US Person: U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Preferred

• Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Semiconductor and/or cleanroom manufacturing experience highly desirable.

Pay Range:

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

USD $42,640.00 - USD $71,070.00 Year

Note:

For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees May Be Eligible For The Following Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Restricted Stock Units

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Careers Privacy Statement

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.