Manufacturing Operator 1 (Temporary)

FormFactor Inc.•Livermore, CA

5d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operator 1 supports daily production activities in a probe card manufacturing environment. The role performs hands-on operational tasks across fabrication and assembly processes, following established procedures and using manufacturing equipment safely and effectively to ensure high-quality output and consistent production flow. The operator works with engineering and senior technicians to support optimized production performance. The regular schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. The position receives a 15% shift differential for night-shift work. The role is performed primarily in a clean-room manufacturing setting and requires gowning and contamination-control procedures. Work may involve exposure to chemicals and the use of specialty tools, microscopes, or precision measurement equipment. Employees must wear required PPE and clean-room attire, including a full coverall suit, hairnet, mask, and gloves, for extended periods. The role requires lifting up to 30 pounds. This is a temporary position in Livermore, California. The pay range is $17.05–$22.37 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and background. The company offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, quarterly profit-sharing bonuses, and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Requirements

Less than one year of related experience.
No formal occupational training is typically required.
Skills in clean rooms, communication, computer literacy, mathematics, microscope use, problem solving, statistics, and working independently.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Ability to follow safety protocols and wear required PPE and clean-room attire for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Perform probe card manufacturing activities, including photolithography, thin film processing, etching, plating, assembly, testing, and visual or mechanical inspection.
Operate equipment according to standard work instructions and process controls to ensure accuracy and quality.
Set up and calibrate equipment and conduct routine preventative maintenance.
Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate concerns when needed.
Collect, track, and evaluate operating and equipment data to support on-line adjustments and process optimization.
Identify and communicate irregularities in process conditions, materials, or equipment performance.
Assist engineering teams with tests, experiments, and pilot runs to improve production processes or support new product development.
Provide feedback on procedure improvements and participate in problem-solving activities.
Share knowledge with peers and assist with basic task training.