PCB Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Manager

TTM Technologies; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being benefits

401k

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a PCB manufacturing equipment maintenance manager to lead a diverse maintenance team in a San Jose-area facility. You will oversee preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance leadership, hands-on expertise with plant equipment, and the ability to drive reliability improvements while coordinating upgrades and inventory. Relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a maintenance technician.
• Leadership experience in a maintenance department preferred.
• Advanced experience in carpentry, welding, machining, plumbing for chemical systems, HVAC, or water treatment; PCB knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support a maintenance team with varied skill levels.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on schedule and records are accurate.
• Enforce safety policies and promote PPE use and safe practices.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to minimize downtime while supporting technicians.
• Design and implement equipment upgrades and coordinate with Facilities/Engineering.
• Manage inventory and procurement of parts and supplies.

Skills

Team Leadership

Training Plans

Electrical Knowledge

Mechanical Skills

Hand Tools

Hazardous Chemicals

Reading Schematics

MS Office

Prioritization

Physical Stamina

Overtime Availability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About TTM

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"s). 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

PCB Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Manager

(Relocation Assistance Provided)

(Candidate must be able to commute daily to San Jose, CA)

(Preferred industries: PCB/Semi-Conductor)

Scope:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and supporting a team of maintenance technicians with skill levels ranging from entry-level to highly experienced. This role ensures all maintenance activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company policies and operational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Train, coach, and mentor maintenance technicians to develop technical skills and improve overall team performance.

  • Assign daily tasks, monitor progress, and provide ongoing support to ensure maintenance objectives are met.

• Preventative Maintenance

  • Ensure all preventative maintenance (PM) activities are completed thoroughly, accurately, and on schedule.

  • Review PM records and adjust schedules or procedures as needed to improve equipment reliability.

• Safety & Compliance

  • The manager will be exposed to chemicals and hazardous materials and will participate in chemical handling training and continued safety trainings.

  • Enforce all company, departmental, and site policies-especially those related to safety.

  • Ensure proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) and promote a safety-first culture in all maintenance operations.

  • Identify potential safety hazards and implement corrective actions promptly.

• Troubleshooting & Repairs

  • Diagnose and repair down, malfunctioning, or underperforming equipment in a timely manner to minimize downtime.

  • Support technicians in resolving complex mechanical, electrical, or operational issues.

• Equipment Upgrades & Projects

  • Design, plan, and implement equipment upgrades in coordination with Facilities, the Maintenance Manager, and/or Engineering.

  • Lead the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring proper setup and integration with existing processes.

• Inventory & Procurement

  • Order, track, and maintain parts and supplies necessary for maintenance activities.

  • Manage inventory levels to support efficient repair and preventative maintenance operations.

• General Expectations

  • Demonstrate strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks.

  • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment updates.

  • Foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement, reliability, and safety.

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to lead a team with varying levels of experience, from entry-level to career experts

• Capable of creating well-defined training plans with clear and measurable milestones and goals

• Ability to balance long- and short-term goals for a maintenance team

• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain control circuits, electrical components, and mechanical equipment

• Ability to correctly and safely use basic hand power tools

• Ability to safely work around hazardous chemicals

• Strong attention-to-detail and capable of reading and following technical instructions, operation manuals, schematics, and diagrams

• General computer skills and ability to complete electronic work orders, enter data into systems, order parts, and familiarity with or ability to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. A computer test may be required.

• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders

• Able to stand throughout a shift, lift 50-pounds, work within confined spaces, safely work on ladders, and perform work in a crouched or overhead posture

• Willingness to work overtime in a salaried position, including weekends is required. Regular schedule may include one or two weekend days

• Maintenance technicians will be supplied with the necessary tools and equipment.

Education and Experience:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a maintenance technician.

• History of leadership within a maintenance department, formal position as a maintenance lead or maintenance supervisor preferred

• Advanced experience in at least one of carpentry, welding, machining, plumbing for chemical systems, HVAC, waste treatment, water treatment, or printed circuit boards. Knowledge of various pump systems preferred.

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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.

$106,049 - $186,500

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 ofForeign Person 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.