Milpitas Production Specialist Driver

Production Specialist is responsible for various tasks related to production, assembly, and quality assurance of printed circuit boards, flexible circuits, and thermal solutions for life and mission critical applications. This role may require operating production equipment and machinery, assembling electrical components, performing routine inspections, and adhering to safety protocols. The Production Specialist must ensure that all products meet company standards, document production activities, and collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.

Essential Job Duties

· Operate equipment and machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to manufacture various printed circuit board parts. This may include loading materials, setting parameters, and initiating the manufacturing process.

· Closely monitor the manufacturing process utilizing equipment controls and visual inspection techniques to detect any abnormalities or defects per control plans and SOPs.

· Identify any issues that may arise during the manufacturing process and promptly escalate non-conformances to minimize production delays and maintain quality standards.

· Conduct regular quality checks on the PCBs to ensure adherence to control plan and SOP standards. This may involve measuring, inspecting, and testing.

· Possess basic computer skills

· Perform routine maintenance tasks on the equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. This includes cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts as needed. These tasks are completed by following routine preventative maintenance schedules.

· Maintain accurate records including production logs, quality inspection reports, and equipment maintenance records. Report any issues or deviations from standard procedures to supervisors or relevant personnel.

· Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others. This includes proper handling of materials, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and observing safety precautions around equipment.

· Willingness to be cross trained within other production functions based on business needs.

· Other duties as assigned

· When driving, professional courtesy and safe driving skills are required.

· When not driving, Driver may have different duties depending on level of experience and training in other areas of manufacturing.

· Driver is responsible for reporting to their supervisor each morning to get a list of product deliveries for the day. The supervisor and driver will organize deliveries and places to go.

· Driver is responsible for maintenance of the vehicle, noting oil changes, gas needs and overall keeping the vehicle in good working order.

· Responsible for knowing company locations and driving times to all primary vendors.

· Must learn or know how to use cell phone for good communication between road and manufacturing and outside vendors. May NOT use cell phone while driving.

· Expedite our shipping times and move products to and from vendors in a most efficient way.

· Manage interface between outside vendors and manufacturing to achieve on-time delivery within the plan. Communicate with our outside vendors customers. Relay priority information, delays in delivery and/or pick-up time.

· Schedule deliveries and pick-ups in a logical manner to reduce cycle time and to reduce travel time and expenses.

· Increase customer satisfaction by reducing cycle time and achieving on-time deliveries.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

· High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required

Experience and/or Training

· Experience using various manufacturing equipment preferred

Technology/Equipment

· Proficiency with computers including moving jobs in Company ERP system, logging jobs in company systems, and proficiency in Microsoft suite of products

Additional Skill Set

· Proficient written and verbal communication in English

· Read and follow written instructions and follow GDP Guidelines for Documentation

· Learn, demonstrate, and retain critical process information

· Follow daily work schedules

· Must possess the ability to work alone or in a team, stay organized, pay attention to detail, be adaptable and reliable.

· Have or gain knowledge of lean principles and processes and have a passion for continuous improvement

We offer a competitive hourly rate in the $20 to $22 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance.

Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.