Manufacturing Technician

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Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician (2nd Shift)

Location: Goleta, CA 93117

Shift: 2nd Shift (1:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Friday: 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM)

Compensation: $15-30/hr

Contract: Yes / 12 Months with possible extension

Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our team on the 2nd shift. This role involves collaborating with engineers to perform tasks associated with manufacturing operations, including set-up, calibration, and quality testing of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. The successful candidate will help develop methods and procedures to control and optimize manufacturing processes while adhering to high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform set-up, calibration, rework, and quality testing to ensure product standards are met.

• Use advanced software to collect and evaluate operational data, making necessary on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.

• Collaborate with engineers to conduct experiments and develop methods to modify the manufacturing process.

• Handle fragile composite materials with care and precision.

• Bond and prepare composite structures for bonding to metallic fittings.

• Ensure accurate documentation for material usage, traceability, pot life, and out-time controls for adhesive materials.

• Report data accurately and communicate effectively with other departments.

• Prepare tools, apply release agents, and perform tooling maintenance.

• Use measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for hardware fabrication.

• Read and interpret manufacturing blueprints and shop planning documentation.

• Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the shop.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of 2 years of additional education or relevant experience.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex instructions.

• Experience using measurement tools such as calipers and rulers.

• Familiarity with composite materials and adhesive bonding processes is a plus.

• Ability to read blueprints and shop planning documents.

Pay Details: $15.00 to $30.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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