Production Technician - Lamination - 2nd Shift

TTM Technologies•Chippewa Falls, WI

13d•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, with a focus on career development through programs like the Operator Advancement Program, competitive compensation with annual reviews, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays, and 3 weeks of paid time off annually.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Skills in technical troubleshooting and machine setup.
Knowledge of quality assurance and process control.
Understanding of safety, compliance, and EHS enforcement.
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies like 6S.
Ability to maintain accurate production logs and reports.
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident to access ITAR restricted products and technical data.

Nice To Haves

Experience in lamination processes.
Experience with measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.
Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and assign daily tasks to production operators to ensure production schedules, daily quotas, and on-time delivery targets are met.
Facilitate smooth transitions between shifts by communicating production status, equipment issues, scrap rates, and priorities to incoming/outgoing leads and supervisors.
Onboard new operators, conduct cross-training across multiple machine zones, and mentor staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices.
Monitor workflow bottlenecks and reallocate personnel or materials as needed to maintain a continuous and efficient production flow.
Perform complex machine setups, changeovers, and process adjustments that exceed the scope of standard production operators.
Diagnose and resolve equipment faults, process interruptions, or material issues to minimize machine downtime.
Perform minor preventative maintenance and escalate major mechanical or electrical issues to the Maintenance or Engineering departments with clear, detailed diagnostic information.
Approve machine setups and perform first-piece inspections before full production runs begin.
Monitor in-process quality, ensuring operators are accurately using measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) and adhering to customer specifications.
Identify root causes of non-conforming materials or high scrap rates, initiate rework processes, and quarantine defective parts according to quality control standards.
Enforce all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies on the floor, ensuring 100% compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and chemical handling procedures.
Act as the first point of contact for workplace injuries, near misses, or safety hazards. Secure the area and immediately report issues to EHS and plant management.
Actively identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Lead by example and enforce 6S methodology (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free production floor.
Maintain accurate production logs, yield reports, and scrap documentation in the manufacturing execution system (MES) or ERP system.
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.