Production Operator 1 - Conformal Coating (Swing Shift)

Unigen Corporation; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Unigen Corporation in Newark, California is seeking a Production Operator 1 - Conformal Coating for a temp to hire swing shift. The role involves operating coating and dispensing machines, masking boards, and inspecting coating coverage to ensure high quality.

Reports to the Production and Warehouse Operations Manager at Unigen HQ, Newark, CA. Candidates should be able to lift 5–20 lb, work safely and independently, and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 5–20 lb and handle physical work safely.
• Ability to work with conformal coating processes and equipment is desirable.
• Must be able to work safely and independently on onsite Newark, CA.

Responsibilities

• Operate dispensing and coating machines to meet customer specifications.
• Mask and tape boards in areas to be free of conformal coating or potting.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure proper coating coverage.
• Maintain coating and dispensing machines for proper operation.
• Perform touch-ups to ensure high-quality coatings.
• Transport racks of circuit boards between work cells.
• Change fluids, mixers, and cleaning agents as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Job description

About Unigen

Unigen is a global technology company providing innovative electronics manufacturing and product solutions to customers across diverse industries. With decades of industry experience and operations in key global markets, we combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and responsive customer service to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions—from product development through production and fulfillment.

Location and Work Arrangement

This position is based in Newark, California and is onsite.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities
• Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Job Title

Production Operator 1 - Conformal Coating (Temp to Hire- Swing Shift)

Job Function

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Conformal Coating Operator operates the coating and dispensing machines, masks and tapes the circuit boards, and inspects to ensure proper coating coverage. Reports to the Production and Warehouse Operations Manager located at Unigen HQ, Newark, CA

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Operate several different dispensing and coating machines to meet customer specifications.
• Mask and tape circuit boards in areas that are to be free of conformal coating or potting.
• Inspect assemblies to ensure proper coating coverage.
• Maintain the coating and dispensing machines to ensure proper operating conditions are met.
• Remove any excess coating and perform manual touch-up of any areas the coating machine may miss so boards maintain consistently high quality.
• Transport racks of circuit boards from one destination to another to continue the manufacturing process.
• Change the fluids and mixers and cleaning machines to ensure proper and efficient operation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
• Maintain a productive work environment, including ensuring that the workplace remains clean and clutter-free.

Required Education and Experience

• Knowledge of various materials used.
• Prior knowledge of function is highly desirable.
• Demonstrate the ability to lift a variety of weights (5lb – 20lb).
• Physical mobility is required, including sitting, standing, and/or walking for most of the shift.
• Must be able to always work safely and independently.

Salary Range: $18.00 - $26.00 / Hour