CAM Operator III

TTM Technologies•San Jose, CA

1d•$63,609 - $106,016

About The Position

Under general supervision, the CAM Operator uses a CAM Genesis workstation, customer documentation, and process travelers to inspect manufacturing tools generated from customer data files. The role performs advanced CAM processing for multilayer, HDI, and complex PCB designs, validates customer data, and helps ensure manufacturing outputs comply with engineering standards, customer specifications, and IPC requirements. The position works with Engineering, Front End, Production, Quality, and Customer Service to resolve design-for-manufacturing issues and troubleshoot CAM-related manufacturing problems. It supports quick-turn, high-mix production with tight lead times and requires attention to quality, procedural compliance, and deadlines. The work environment is an open office with frequent interruptions, use of video display terminals, and interaction with varied groups and people. The role must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC. Responsibilities include recognizing controlled products and restricted access requirements, identifying foreign visitors, following facility visitor authorization procedures, understanding export requirements for shipments leaving the United States, and managing vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

Requirements

2–5 years of CAM experience in a PCB manufacturing environment.
Expert knowledge of PCB fabrication processes, materials, and design rules.
Proficiency in CAM software, such as Genesis or In CAM.
Strong understanding of multilayer stackups, impedance control, and advanced PCB technologies.
Ability to interpret complex customer drawings and specifications.
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to be a team player.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to the extent necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Use the Genesis CAM system to inspect PCB image layers, including mechanical, electrical, solder mask, and silkscreen layers.
Inspect PCB image details such as line widths, pad sizes, and date codes for compliance with engineering standards.
Follow company procedures and checklists and meet critical timelines with an emphasis on quality.
Perform advanced CAM processing for multilayer, HDI, and complex PCB designs.
Import, analyze, and validate customer data, including Gerber, ODB++, drill, and netlist files.
Optimize penalization, tooling, rout programs, drill programs, and solder mask data.
Identify and resolve DFM issues and provide clear feedback to Engineering and customers.
Support quick-turn and high-mix production environments with tight lead times.
Collaborate with Engineering, Front End, Production, Quality, and Customer Service.
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to CAM data throughout production.
Ensure compliance with internal standards, customer specifications, and IPC requirements.
Comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and applicable export-control laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC.
Identify ITAR products and understand access restrictions for controlled products and related technical data.
Recognize foreign-person visitors, follow visitor authorization procedures, understand export requirements for shipments leaving the United States, and manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Accident benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Possible annual or quarterly company bonus, depending on position assignment
Possible shift premium for some alternative-shift positions, depending on assigned shift and location