Production Technician Consumables

Unchained Labs; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Unchained Labs in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Consumables Production Technician to assemble precision plates, micro-cuvettes, and microfluidic devices for our research instruments used globally. You will contribute to high-quality products that empower scientists to advance tomorrow's therapies.

You'll combine hands-on manufacturing with advanced equipment, uphold cleanroom standards, and document data to support continuous process improvements and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to safely handle fragile components (glass, silicon wafers).
• Familiarity with lab or manufacturing safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Build precision consumable products using delicate components.
• Operate advanced manufacturing equipment and inspection tools.
• Inspect products to ensure quality throughout the process.
• Record manufacturing and quality data with accuracy.
• Maintain cleanroom and manufacturing work areas.
• Support troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Package finished products for customers worldwide.
• Collaborate with team to meet delivery schedules.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Top Line

Here’s the deal. We’re all about helping researchers break free from tools that just don’t cut it. Unleashing problem-tackling products that make a huge difference in the real science they do every day. That’s our mantra, our promise and we own it. Our tribe is different. We thrive on moving fast, taking risks and persevering through failure. We embrace the unknown and we are happy to make mistakes. We are there for each other and we crave diversity because we know that building a truly diverse tribe will make us better at everything.

The Job

Want to build products that help scientists develop the next generation of medicines? As a Consumables Production Technician, you'll manufacture the precision plates, micro-cuvettes, spotted microarrays and microfluidic devices that power Unchained Labs' instruments in research labs around the world. Every product you build helps researchers generate the data behind tomorrow's life-changing therapies.

You’ll combine skilled hand assembly and advanced manufacturing equipment to build products like Uni, Unfilter, Luni, and Aunty plates. One day you might be carefully assembling tiny precision components, the next operating automated equipment, inspecting products under magnification, or helping improve a manufacturing process. If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in quality craftsmanship, and love learning new skills, you’ll thrive on our team.

Responsibilities

• Build precision consumable products using delicate plastic, glass, silicon, and metal components.
• Operate advanced manufacturing equipment including chemical etch systems, wafer dicing equipment, glutting robots, UV curing systems, and inspection tools.
• Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure exceptional quality.
• Record manufacturing and quality data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain cleanroom and manufacturing work areas.
• Support troubleshooting and efforts to continuously improve quality and efficiency.
• Package finished products for customers around the world.
• Work closely with teammates to safely deliver products on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college or vocational training preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor processing, medical device manufacturing, optics manufacturing, or other precision manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to safely handle fragile glass, silicon wafers, and other precision components.
• Familiarity with laboratory or manufacturing chemical safety practices.
• Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and consistently follow detailed procedures.
• Dependable, adaptable, and motivated to contribute to a fast-paced team environment.

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $25-30/hour. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual base salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices. This role is also eligible for our bonus program, and comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs.

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US pay range

$52,000 - $62,400 USD