Fabrication Operator - Trainee

Sierra Proto Express • Sunnyvale, CA

20h • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Fabrication Operator processes printed circuit board (PCB) panels through various fabrication processes according to travelers, blueprints, or manager direction, while following department standard operating procedures. The role is based at Sierra Circuits’ manufacturing facility and involves operating fabrication equipment, inspecting products, documenting job status, maintaining tools and equipment, and complying with safety and quality requirements. The position is a graveyard shift role from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred.
• 2–6 years of experience as a fabrication operator for a PCB manufacturing company.
• Previous experience and knowledge of CNC processes required.
• Ability to read and understand technical work instructions.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds maximum.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the day.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain product quality.
• Good computer skills and ability to learn new skills and tasks.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; fluent in English.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels of management.
• Self-motivated, with a sense of ownership and urgency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Must be U.S. personnel.

Responsibilities

• Check travelers for due dates and priority requests before setting up and starting a process.
• Set up and/or operate fabrication equipment and machines, including Excellon, Hitachi, AccuScore, Bevel Mate, and Barnaby, for routing, scoring/NC scoring, NC bevel/hand bevel, countersinking/counterboring, and related fabrication tasks.
• Measure and inspect first articles using tools such as calipers and a digital V-score checker to verify compliance with customer specifications.
• Compare first-article dimensions with customer drawings and make necessary adjustments before running the product.
• Inspect and clean products to remove debris and burrs after processing.
• Record job status in the ProCim PCB software and complete a Non-Conforming Material Report (NCMR) for products rejected during drilling and/or fabrication before advancing them to the next process.
• Maintain inventory of routing bits and special entry stocks.
• Perform daily machine maintenance and housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Inform managers, including the Fabrication Manager and Production Manager, of potential problems.
• Follow company safety policies and applicable external regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including medical insurance (HMO and PPO), dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, basic life and AD&D insurance, and voluntary benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Gym/fitness membership reimbursement.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED