Production Operator I (1st Shift)

Viant • Fremont, CA

2d

About The Position

The Production Operator I conducts daily inspections of molded products produced by machines and oversees secondary operations to verify products meet customer requirements. The role includes cleaning and trimming products, assembling injection-molded parts, operating machines, and performing visual and dimensional inspections. No experience is necessary, and training is provided. The position is on the first shift, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a starting rate of $18.05–$21.50 depending on experience. Associates must report on time and work their entire scheduled shift. Overtime may be required on a project-by-project basis.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English, or ability 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 instructions in written, oral, or blueprint formats.
• 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.

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, including microscopes, clippers, knives, blades, degating fixtures, tweezers, screwdrivers, hand drills, and hammers, for assembly and inspection tasks.
• 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 the highest possible product quality and adhere to ISO and/or other standards.
• Be available for overtime as needed on a project-by-project basis.
• Perform other job 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.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Attendance bonus of up to an additional $800 annually.
• On-demand access to earned pay.
• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits.
• Up to $150 off a gym membership annually.
• 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