Production Operator 1st shift

TTM Technologies, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Paid vacation & holidays

Flexible spending and health savings

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Production Operator to meet production, quality, and safety standards in a high‑production environment. You will read shop orders, set up and operate machinery, and contribute to accurate quality checks.

After training, you will document data, report defects, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while adhering to EHS guidelines. This role requires reading English instructions, basic computer skills, and willingness to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read English shop orders and customer specifications.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary.
• Ability to stand or sit for long shifts and lift 10-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand shop traveler (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.
• Read, record, and report required product data accurately on both the shop order and within computer applications.
• Acquire production materials, set up the production area, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the EHS Manager, including PPE, chemical handling, and hazardous waste.
• Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Cross train on operations and equipment within the area.

Skills

Reading shop orders

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Overtime willingness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microscope operation

Production machinery setup

Quality data entry systems

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: Working within a high-production industrial environment, the Production Operator is responsible for meeting departmental production, quality, and safety standards. Upon training within the department, the Production Operator will be responsible for independently reading and verifying the shop order and then setting up and completing the manufacturing process, which may include: printing equipment, automated equipment, small hand tools, viewing product through a microscope, and fine assembly work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and accurately understand the shop traveler (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
• Read, record, and report required product data accurately on both the shop order and within computer applications
• Acquire production materials, set up the production area, and maintain a clean and safe environment
• Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chemical handling, and hazardous waste
• Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns
• Cross train on operations and equipment within the area

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 read and comprehend English written instructions, including manufacturing work orders, customer specifications, and shop control documents
• General computer skills and ability to update electronic records, enter data into systems, and send emails
• Able to sit or stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 10-50 pounds
• Consistently meet attendance requirements.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary

Education and Experience

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred #LI-IP1 #COMEVG

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.

• 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.

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: $43,112 - $68,144

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 products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced interconnect products, including PCBs and substrates. 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.