A Manufacturing or Production Technician works with manufacturing equipment and machinery. Performs set up and tests, monitors, adjusts and repairs machines used to produce products or other machines. Inspects equipment, troubleshoots problems with machines or designs.
Senior Manufacturing Technician Circuit Assembly Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time $30 - $38 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical fabrication High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Collaboration with product development teams Organizational skills Collaboration with manufacturing teams Factory experience Manufacturing company experience Cross-functional communication Time management Full Job Description Company Overview Circuit Assembly has built cable assemblies, wire harnesses, custom connectors and box builds since 1969. Our customers are aerospace, defense, medical and industrial and we are adding a key role to respond to a growing need for tailored products that meet customers needs. As problem solvers, we strive to enhance existing products and fill gaps in the market by actively listening to our clients and providing innovative solutions. Role The Senior Manufacturing Technician plays a critical role in optimizing manufacturing operations by working closely with production and assembly teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability. This position will be responsible for machine programming, setup, process refinement, and troubleshooting complex production challenges. This position will take ownership in the development and standardization of manufacturing procedures, transforming production workflows into clear, structured Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while modernizing and digitizing legacy work instructions to drive continuous improvement. Our facility is ITAR, AS9100, and
ISO 9001
compliant and we are looking for contributors with experience in these areas to upgrade our abilities to respond to customer demands for more complex assemblies. Responsibilities Operate and upgrade equipment on the assembly line to produce high-quality products. Utilize hand and power tools for fabrication and assembly tasks. Follow detailed instructions and blueprints to ensure accurate product assembly. Collaborate with team members to optimize production processes and workflows. Build the first article on new and complex assemblies working from customer prints, wire lists, schematics and specifications and train production on assemblies. Write illustrated, revision-controlled work instructions directly from the first article build- photos, crimp and torgue specs, tooling call-outs and defined inspection points. Strong with the ability to operate various hand and power tools effectively. As a hands-on contributor you will provide solutions to the machining, over molding, and design and revising processes as needed to ensure optimal manufacturing capacity. Develop procedures for economical and cost effective production in cooperation with new product development and throughout production departments. Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables. Services, troubleshoots and solve production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation. Requires understanding of compliance, to AS9100 and ITAR requirements and translating these parameters into existing practices. Make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials. Contributes to new production equipment validation, software validation, process characterization, process improvements, safety implementation, and supporting new product introductions. Support overall production line output, including and not limited to preventing/addressing line down concerns, production scrap dissection with root cause analysis and corrective actions, equipment related issues, material supply concerns, supporting NCMRs, CAPAs, and other business interruptions. Coordinate the design, procurement, build, debugging and qualification of tooling, machinery, and test equipment. Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts. Create and Maintain manufacturing process, equipment, finished goods, and material documentation. Troubleshoot prototyping and maintain existing in house tooling with manufacturing teams. Conduct regular inspections of machined parts to verify adherence to design specifications. Required Qualifications BS in Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanical or Manufacturing or directly related hands on experience. Six years + working in a similar environment. Direct experience of the cabling industry coupled with an inner drive and curiosity to learn new technologies as we expand our production capabilities. You are the kind of person who thrives on being hands on and digging into the details of manufacturing processes. You are organized and can manage multiple and competing priorites with a grounded and calm demeanor. You communicate well and can collaborate effectively with all functional areas that touch your role, sales, production, quality and marketing. You have years of experience in the fabrication and assembly of components that are guided by clear specifications. If you are ready to take on a challenging role in manufacturing where your skills can make a real difference, we invite you to apply today and join our innovative team at Circuit Assembly!
No Agencies Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
