Production Associate - 3rd Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

TTM Technologies; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

On-site Health Center

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Production Associate to join our team in a night shift. You will read and understand job orders, set up and operate production equipment, and monitor quality throughout the manufacturing process.

The role requires attention to detail, willingness to work overtime, and the ability to work in a team-driven environment with safety as a priority. Health benefits and PTO are provided as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: 1–2 years of manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand the job order, instructions, and customer specifications.
• Set up and operate machinery according to department processes and job requirements.
• Evaluate product quality and document defects within the QA process.
• Record defects and quality data; escalate issues per policy.
• Follow safety procedures, PPE, chemical handling, and hazardous waste rules.

Skills

Quality mindset

Team player

Computer skills

English proficiency

Overtime willingness

Manufacturing environment

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma

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.

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.

In this position, you will work in a team‑oriented environment, operating production equipment and performing a variety of tasks. The Production Associate is responsible for meeting departmental production, quality, and safety standards. Upon training within the department, the Production Associate will be responsible for independently reading and verifying the job orders and then setting up and completing the manufacturing process.

Shift Hours: 10 pm to 6:30 am – Sunday thru Thursday.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and accurately understand the 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.
• Record defects, document quality data, and work within the quality management system. Immediately elevate issues to the production technician, management, or engineering.
• Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including personal protective equipment (PPE), chemical handling (certain positions), and hazardous waste (certain positions).
• Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Cross‑train on operations and equipment within the area.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Quality centered mindset with strong attention‑to‑detail.
• Able to be a positive team member while also working independently.
• General computer skills and ability to update electronic records and enter data into systems.
• Able to stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 25‑50 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, and noise.
• Ability and willingness to cross‑train in other departments, learning to operate other machinery.

Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: 1‑2 years of manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.

TTM has a convenient on‑site Health Center! Preventative exams, life coaching, sick care, physical therapy, and health coaching are all available to ALL employees.

Compensation and Benefits

TTM offers a variety of health and well‑being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California‑based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

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.