Pre-Production Manufacturing Planner

TTM Technologies•Santa Ana, CA
•$45,934 - $72,605

About The Position

The Pre-Production Manufacturing Planner plans and releases shop travelers and tooling instructions for remakes, repeats, re-panelizations, and repeats with changes. The role requires basic knowledge of planning procedures, Microsoft Office software, customer requirements and specifications, and industry standards. It is not a Production Control, Scheduler, or Developer position. Both first- and second-shift positions are available, Monday through Friday: first shift is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; second shift is 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The position is primarily performed at a desktop in a fast-paced, open office environment with surrounding noise and frequent interruptions. The planner interacts with varied groups and people, works to meet deadlines, and uses video display terminals. Some walking and the ability to lift 30 pounds are required. Occasional overtime may be required. TTM Technologies offers health and well-being benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation, and holidays. Benefits are available on the first day of the month following hire; some positions offer only PTO and holiday benefits. An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply depending on assignment, and alternative-shift positions may be eligible for a shift premium based on shift and location. The estimated compensation range is $45,934–$72,605.

Requirements

  • PCB planning experience is required.
  • Good oral and written communication skills; fluency in spoken, read, and written English.
  • Basic mathematical and reasoning ability.
  • Ability to maintain concentration and focus despite minor interruptions.
  • Ability to work at a desktop for most of the shift; some walking may be required.
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds.
  • Must comply with applicable export-control requirements, including restrictions concerning ITAR products and related technical data.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED desired; at least five years of work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Responsibilities

  • Quickly and accurately release manufacturing instructions to CAM, Artwork, Drill, and Electrical Test departments for tooling generation when required.
  • Read, understand, and interpret purchase orders, travelers, prints, and drawings to verify that generated instructions and travelers are accurate for each job.
  • Verify that released travelers accurately represent current manufacturing process steps and sequences and contain accurate board and panel quantities.
  • Understand and implement Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) by updating shop travelers and creating instructions for CAM and other departments.
  • Perform other department- or company-related tasks as directed by the department supervisor.
  • Comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible spending and 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 alternative-shift positions, depending on assigned shift and location
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