Process Engineering Technician - Wet Process 1st shift

El Camino Health; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Flexible spending and health savings

Accident benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineering Technician to gain strong experience in chemical engineering and equipment qualification.

The role emphasizes on-the-job training with mentorship, safety protocols, and exposure to acids, bases, and oxidizers in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include qualifying new equipment, supporting quality improvements in etching and plating, determining process changes, and identifying root causes of defects.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in chemistry or engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience as PCB wet lab technician or etch operator with conveyorized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Qualify new equipment, including hands-on testing and documentation.
• Support or initiate programs to improve quality in etching, plating, and other processes.
• Determine acceptability of product and whether to proceed or change the process.
• Determine root cause of defects.
• Assist in wet lab analysis and operations, including titrations, CVS, atomic absorption, UV-Vis, and testing.
• Complete routine checks of equipment, process, and product on a regular schedule and execute corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot controllers, conveyorized equipment, and lab equipment.
• Write and edit procedures.

Skills

Troubleshoot equipment

MS Office

Task prioritization

Physical stamina

Overtime willingness

Education

Assoc degree in chemistry/engineering

Job description

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

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

Scope

The Process Engineering Technician will have the opportunity to earn strong experience in chemical engineering and equipment qualification. Your training will emphasize on-the-job experience while blending mentorship and theoretical training. Safety is a critical component of the manufacturing environment. This position will be exposed to numerous chemicals including, but not limited to, acids, bases, and oxidizers. The Technician will be provided with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and will be expected to follow all safety protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Qualify new equipment, including hands-on testing and documentation.
• Support or initiate programs to improve quality in etching, plating, and other processes.
• Determine acceptability of product and determine whether to proceed or change the process.
• Determine root cause of defects.
• Assist in wet lab analysis and operations, including titrations, CVS, atomic absorption, UV-Vis, and testing.
• Complete routine checks of equipment, process, and product on a regular schedule and execute corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot controllers, conveyorized equipment, and lab equipment.
• Write and edit procedures.

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 troubleshoot equipment and software.
• Good computer skills including a strong understanding of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Equivalent software (e.g., Google Docs) is acceptable experience, but the candidate will need to use the Microsoft versions on the job.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, including short- and long-term assignments.
• Able to stand throughout a shift, lift 40-pounds, work within confined spaces, and perform work in a crouched or overhead posture.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, is required.

Education and Experience

Education: Associate’s degree or higher in chemistry or engineering OR equivalent professional experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Experience: Experience as a PCB wet lab technician, as an etch operator with conveyorized equipment, or with repair/installation of conveyorized chemical equipment.

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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• accident benefits
• life insurance
• disability benefits
• paid vacation & holidays

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: $58,996 - $93,252

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 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.

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including engineered systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCBs”). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services enable customers to shorten the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.