Plating Operator - 1st Shift (90-day increase eligible)

TTM•San Diego, CA

18h•Onsite

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. TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive. The Operator Advancement Program supports your goals, allowing operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year. This position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met. A Plating Operator is actively involved in various processes within the plating department to include etching, stripping and oxidizing PCB panels. Plating Operator must maintain the work area in a safe environment while working with chemical processes and using high speed pressure equipment. Must meet or exceed output targets by understanding the product flow and handling procedures within the department. A Plating Operator will be exposed to hazardous waste while performing daily job duties. Operators will undergo Chemical Handling training prior to the start of performing these duties and will actively participate in ongoing hazardous waste and chemical handling training. The shift for this position is 1st shift: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

Have a thorough knowledge of process chemistry
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

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent 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
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.