Production Operator - 4th Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

About the Company

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.

About the Role

Working within a high-production industrial environment, the Equipment Maintenance Technician will perform unscheduled and scheduled repairs on production and facility equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic machinery. The technician will complete emergency repairs or coordinate with 3rd party vendors to ensure production lines remain operational. Extensive training is provided to safely and correctly work on each piece of equipment. The role involves exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, with mandatory chemical handling and continued safety training. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided, and adherence to all safety protocols is required.

Responsibilities

• Observe mechanical machinery, equipment, and devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Examine the form and texture of parts to detect imperfections and changes in dimensional requirements.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems; visually inspect, listen to, and troubleshoot machinery, equipment, and mechanical devices.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments; repair or replace defective parts and/or dismantle defective machines/equipment to access or remove defective parts.
• Test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunctions with the Maintenance Manager, technicians, and production staff to diagnose issues.
• Lubricate and clean parts and/or install new or repaired parts as required.
• Install or repair basic electrical apparatus such as wiring and electrical or electronic components of machinery and equipment; start devices to test their performance.
• Assist in the installation of feeders, branch circuit wiring, and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, lighting fixtures, relays, and contactors; replace damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Repair or replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, and positioning sensing devices.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Complete maintenance request or preventative maintenance (PM) documentation for all work performed.
• Communicate the status of incomplete work to the Maintenance Manager or the next shift technician via email or verbally.
• Actively participate in ongoing job training to become mechanically proficient across all production departments; participate in knowledge sharing and the training of other technicians.
• Follow and adhere to all environmental, safety, and health policies and procedures without exception.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of troubleshooting, repairing, and/or installing manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Previous work experience using trade skills such as electrical, mechanical, electronics, HVAC, plumbing, and/or welding preferred.
• Licensing and journeyman status is preferred.

Skills

• Technical aptitude and ability to correctly and safely use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain control circuits, electrical components, and mechanical equipment.
• Strong attention-to-detail and capable of reading and following technical instructions, operation manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• General computer skills and ability to complete electronic work orders, enter data into systems, and send emails.
• Able to stand throughout a shift, lift 40 pounds, work within confined spaces, and perform work in a crouched or overhead posture.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, is required.
• Maintenance technicians must supply their own set of basic hand tools needed to perform the job.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Accident benefits, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Benefits are available the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Export Compliance

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC, including but not limited to:

• Identifying ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understanding that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents.
• Recognizing Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation.
• Following authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL).
• Understanding the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US.
• Managing vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.