Plating Operator - Etch Strip 1st Shift (90-day Increase Eligible)

TTM Technologies•San Diego, CA

10d•$40,210 - $63,558

About The Position

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”s). 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. At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success. 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 support 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: Responsible for the etching and/or resist stripping process, ensuring quality, compliance to specifications and a constant flow of work through the line. Prepare machine(s) and chemistries prior to processing work. Perform any/all preventative maintenance on line as required prior to processing work. Process work per JTI’s and quality standards. Perform necessary inspection checks on machine and product. Perform first article inspection on any/all work and document accordingly. Move product to other process as needed. Clean and maintain equipment and work are as required. Follow all company policies and safety requirements. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of process chemistry preferred
Good hand/eye coordination
Ability to lift 30 pounds without straining
Ability to stand throughout entire shift
Ability to read, write and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job
Regular attendance is an essential job function of this position
Must have or be capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Operate wet process equipment for PCB panel processing through functions which include manual copper plating, solder plating, silver immersion, gold immersion, electroless copper, electrolytic gold, outer layer etching, organic coating, and hot air level processing.
Set and maintain chemical processing equipment within operational parameters
Cautiously load racks in plating tanks while ensuring proper temperature/current of baths
Read blueprints and traveler documents to produce and move products according to customer specifications and to verify that all previous operations were completed
Follow work flow dispatch as required while making allowances for schedule changes in response to Hot Jobs and customer requirements
Immediately report any and all quality issues with panels and chemical baths to supervisor and/or Process Engineers
Assist Process Engineers in running chemical process evaluations
Perform preventative maintenance on all chemical machines
Use all required Personal Protective Equipment
Complete all internal departmental documentation accurately
Follow all safety measures when handling chemicals and hazardous waste with regard to use, mixing and disposing chemicals.