Production Operator I (1st Shift)

Viant • Fremont, CA

4d • $18 - $22

About The Position

The Production Operator I conducts daily inspections of molded products produced by machines and oversees secondary operations to verify that products meet customer requirements. The role involves cleaning, trimming, assembling, measuring, and inspecting injection-molded parts while operating jobs and machines efficiently and accurately. The operator learns and uses IQMS software as it applies to job functions and promotes quality and safety while adhering to ISO and other applicable standards. No prior experience is necessary; training is provided.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English, or to be trained to perform the duties without a translator.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to understand and follow written, oral, or blueprint instructions.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and good vision.
• Ability to operate machinery independently without supervision.
• Ability to perform visual and dimensional inspections without supervision.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and trim products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Produce or perform secondary-operation assembly of injection-molded parts.
• Use measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers as needed to ensure precision.
• Use hand tools and equipment as needed for assembly and inspection, including microscopes, clippers, knives, blades, degating fixtures, tweezers, screwdrivers, hand drills, and hammers.
• Run all types of jobs and machines efficiently and accurately.
• Inspect all jobs, including insert-type jobs such as gold bodies, to ensure product quality.
• Learn and use IQMS software as it applies to job functions.
• Promote quality and safety in all aspects of the job.
• Maintain high product quality and adhere to ISO and other applicable standards.
• Be available for overtime as needed on a project-by-project basis.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Report to the scheduled shift on time and work the entire shift.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the date of hire.
• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Annual attendance bonus of up to $800.
• On-demand pay access.
• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits.
• Up to $150 off an annual gym membership.
• Discounted pet insurance.
• Individualized financial planning meetings.
• Employee discount program for electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more.
• Discounted family caregiving support.

What This Job Offers

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