Production Operator - Pattern Plating-1st shift

TTM Technologies • Sterling, VA

46d

About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM 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 A Plating Operator is actively involved in various processes within the plating department to include etching, stripping and oxidizing PCB panels. 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. Duties and 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 workflow 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.

Requirements

• Have a thorough knowledge of process chemistry.
• Good hand/eye coordination
• Ability to lift 40 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.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Nice To Haves

• Two years experience in the Wet Process department preferable or related chemical environment

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 workflow 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.

Benefits

• TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays.
• Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees