Precision Core Cutting Technician: Automation & Ramp-Up

Balance Staffing - San Jose; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Balance Staffing - San Jose seeks a Core Cutting Technician to set up and operate automated core cutting equipment used to process CRGO into precision laminations for transformer cores. The role focuses on accuracy, process ownership, and ramp-up support in a manufacturing environment.

The technician will follow engineering specs, inspect laminations, log data, and assist in training and start-up activities to ensure production readiness and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial environment; 3+ years on automated equipment in precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automated core cutting and step-lap equipment based on work instructions.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust for quality and stability.
• Log production data and material traceability into ERP/production-tracking systems.
• Support equipment startup, qualification, and commissioning during ramp-up.

Skills

Read technical drawings

Measurement tools

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshoot issues

Setup and training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Balance Staffing - San Jose seeks a Core Cutting Technician to set up and operate automated core cutting equipment used to process CRGO into precision laminations for transformer cores. The role focuses on accuracy, process ownership, and ramp-up support in a manufacturing environment.

The technician will follow engineering specs, inspect laminations, log data, and assist in training and start-up activities to ensure production readiness and quality standards are met.