Microsection - 1st Shift

TTM Technologies; Dulles Town Center (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

10 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. in Virginia's Dulles area is seeking a Microsection Operator to join a high‑production team. You will read travelers, set up and operate grinders, microscopes, and inspection equipment to meet process and quality standards.

The role requires 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma, the ability to lift 10–40 pounds, and good English. TTM offers comprehensive benefits, a 90‑day evaluation with a pay increase, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years in manufacturing preferred; aerospace/AS9100 a plus.
• Ability to read English instructions, blueprints, and shop orders.
• Able to stand and lift 10-40 pounds; safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand job orders and customer specs.
• Set up and operate machinery per processes.
• Evaluate product quality against procedures.
• Verify previous operations and confirm quantity.
• Document data on shop orders and in systems.
• Maintain clean, safe production area.
• Follow safety training and PPE requirements.
• Cross-train on other equipment.

Skills

Blueprints literacy

Quality mindset

Team player

Manual dexterity

Computer skills

English literacy

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Cross training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. - Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) - Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCB"). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We're always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career - TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here's a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success.

• Career Development: We invest in your growth - our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program's first year!
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
• Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels - starting on your first day. To ensure the growth and development of our new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Position Scope

Working within a high-production industrial environment, the Miscrosection Operator is responsible for meeting departmental production, quality, and safety standards. Upon training within the department, the Microsection Operator will be responsible for independently reading and verifying the production traveler (customer order and specifications) and then setting up, loading, and operating machinery to complete the intended manufacturing process.

The specific machinery being operated varies, but may include automated grinders, microscopes, and inspection equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and accurately understand the shop traveler (job order, instructions, and customer specifications).
• Set up and operate different types of machinery according to the department processes and each job's requirements.
• Consistently evaluate product for quality, verifying departmental procedures are completed accurately.
• Verify previous operations were completed and confirm quantity and quality.
• Record defects and document quality data. Immediately escape issues to management or engineering.
• Read, record, and report all traveler and product data accurately on both the shop orders and within computer applications.
• Acquire production materials, set up the production area, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chemical handling, and hazardous waste.
• Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Cross train on operations and equipment within the area.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements:

• Ability to read and comprehend English written instructions, including manufacturing work orders, customer specifications, blueprints, and shop control documents.
• Quality centered mindset with strong attention-to-detail, mathematical, and technical aptitude.
• Able to be a positive team member while also working independently.
• Manual dexterity (hand/finger/eye coordination) is essential to the Microsection Operator job.
• General computer skills and ability to update electronic records, enter data into systems, and send emails.
• Able to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 10-40-pounds.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
• Consistently meet attendance requirements. Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
• Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment that includes machinery, moving parts, noise, and chemicals.
• Ability and willingness to cross-train in other departments, learning to operate other machinery.

Education and Experience:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred. Experience within the aerospace industry or AS9100 is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$36,800 - $58,168

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of foreign visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.