Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician California Fine Wire - 3.2 Grover Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $19 - $23 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Finished product defect inspection Report writing Microsoft Excel Coaters Microsoft Outlook Conveyor systems Computer literacy Basic math English Mid-level High school diploma or GED Quality control Organizational skills Quality standards in production Manufacturing Manufacturing company experience Measurement (quality control) Full Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION

Manufacturing Technician UPDATED:

04/16/2026

EXEMPT/ NON-EXEMPT:

Non-Exempt

FULL TIME/ PART TIME

Full Time About California Fine Wire:

California Fine Wire is looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our growing company on the Central California Coast. California Fine Wire strives for a culture of working hard while enjoying, living, and playing in California's beautiful Central Coast. The area provides abundant opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, surfing and wine tasting as well as trips to the beach, tours of microbreweries, and enjoyment of exciting culinary opportunities. As a superior fine wire manufacturer that has been in business for over 50 years, we offer a wide variety of metals and alloys to meet our customers' needs. We support the medical, electronics, semiconductor, resistance wire, and prototyping industries and pride ourselves on surpassing customers' expectations in every phase of manufacturing. At California Fine Wire we value our employees' quality of live by providing an opportunity for both professional and personal growth while maintaining work-life-balance.

SUMMARY:

As the Manufacturing Technician in our enameling department, you will be responsible for setting up equipment and machinery to apply and bake various coatings onto fine wire products. The technician will review all requirements on the Manufacturing Item Cards (MIC's) to ensure all specified requirements are met to produce a high-quality product. The technician will assist in troubleshooting coating issues, communicating with other production teams, and maintain general order and cleanliness within the Enameling Department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up enamel machines by checking the tension, the rollers, the enamel viscosity and the resistance. Start conveyors or feed rolls that carry product to be coated and baked through equipment. Fill machine reservoirs with coating solution such as enamel or varnish. Set the heating units at specified temperatures and start pumps and exhaust fans. Examine product for conformance to coating thickness and appearance specifications. Mix coatings to desired viscosity. Gauge thickness of coatings to determine adherence to quality control specifications. Sequence manufacturing orders by due date and flag orders that require additional processing. Additional duties as assigned by management.

MEASUREMENT AND PERFORMANCE

The primary goal for this position is to learn and execute the enameling department production process to ensure high product quality and customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of working in a manufacturing environment preferred. Must have strong attention to detail and be able follow multi-step instructions. Ability to communicate effectively and be able to work well in a team environment. Must have a strong work ethic, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must possess the ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and production procedure manuals. The candidate must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and should be able to speak effectively with internal customers or employees of the organization.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS

The employee must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as percentages, angles, surface areas, ratios, proportions and volume calculations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Must be able to modify or complete forms and PDFs, and make basic functional use the Microsoft Office® suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook at a minimum).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

California Fine Wire is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person