Production Operator - Drill - 4th Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

ttmtech; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator in the Drill department. The role involves operating drill equipment, reading shop travelers, and ensuring quality while maintaining efficiency.

You will follow a rotating schedule, set up machinery, monitor output, and participate in safety and environmental procedures. Training and advancement programs are available as part of our comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Read and comprehend English instructions, and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail with mathematical/technical aptitude.
• Able to work well in a team or independently.
• Manual dexterity essential for machine operation.
• General computer skills for updating records and emails.
• Ability to lift 10–40 pounds and stand for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand job orders, instructions, and customer specs.
• Set up and operate drill machinery per department processes and job requirements.
• Monitor product quality and operate multiple machines as needed.
• Load programs into machines and verify first pieces with appropriate checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow PPE procedures.
• Report safety hazards and participate in safety training and meetings.

Skills

Read/understand English instructions

Attention to detail

Team player / independent

Manual dexterity

Computer literacy

Lift 10-40 pounds

English reading/writing

Attendance mindset

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"). 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?

• 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.

TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels - starting on your first day. To ensure the growth and development of our new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Scope:

The Production Operator in our Drill department is responsible for operating the drill equipment. The operator is also familiar with all of the operations necessary in producing a quality product with in an efficient manner.

The work schedule for this position will follow a rotating schedule of Monday-Friday 3:15pm-11:45pm and Monday-Thursday* 3:45pm-1:15am. *Friday of this week, work may be scheduled based on business needs.

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.
• Monitors and produces product quality.
• Operates multiple machines as allowed by product mixture.
• Measures using micrometers and calipers, determines what kind of drill to use.
• Loads programs into machines.
• Checks first pieces with an x-ray.
• Troubleshoots any problems that may occur during process, and consults Supervisor.
• Facilitates and attends meeting, communicates regularly with managers and supervisors, suggests and composes procedural changes, maintains a clean, safe work environment and communicates to supervisor about safety hazards and issues.
• Generates, accumulates, and handles hazardous wastes generated in daily operations, as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager.
• Responsibilities include the reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns.
• Perform their job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.

N ote: 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, blueprints, and shop control documents.
• Quality centered mindset with strong attention-to-detail, mathematical, and technical aptitude.
• Able to be a positive team member while also working independently.
• Manual dexterity (hand/finger/eye coordination) is essential to the Machine Operator job.
• 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 10-40-pounds.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
• Consistently meet attendance requirement