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Machine Operator-Electronics Manufacturing

Randstad USA, Santa Clara, CA, United States


Job Overview
Looking for a stable career in electronics manufacturing? Our client is looking for motivated Production Associates to join their teams in Santa Clara, CA. This is a permanent job with benefits at a growing company.

Compensation and Growth
No PCB Experience: $19.00 – $20.00/hr starting rate.
Experienced PCB Pros: $24.00/hr+ (Negotiable based on your background).
Specialty Skills: Higher starting rates for those with metal, chrome, or zinc plating experience.
Stability: This is a career‑track role with full benefits included—more stable than typical temp work.

Salary: $39,520 — $49,920 per year.

Shifts & Training
1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Initial training shift).
2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM (Supervisors on‑site to train).
3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Goal shift for many locations).
Note: You will likely train on 1st shift for approximately two months before transitioning to your permanent 2nd or 3rd shift schedule.

Responsibilities
You will be cross‑trained across multiple stations to find your "best fit" department. Key responsibilities include:

Production Support: Operating machinery and manual stations used in the fabrication of circuit boards.
Quality Control: Inspecting components to ensure they meet strict industry standards.
Specialized Processes: (Depending on experience) Handling metal, chrome, or zinc plating procedures or micro‑assembly.
Team Collaboration: Working closely with shift supervisors to meet daily output goals.

The essential functions of this role include:

Standing for 8 hours at a time.
Working weekends.

Skills
CNC
Soldering
Electronics Assembly
Blueprint Reading
Finishing
Polishing
Plating
Sanding
Precision Measuring
Quality Control

Qualifications
Years of experience: 0 years. Experience level: Entry Level.

Experience: Any PCB or electronics manufacturing experience is a huge plus.
Compliance: Must be a US Citizen or GC Holder (due to ITAR regulations).
Background: Must be able to pass a background check (No drug screen required).
Resume: Please ensure your resume is updated with your most recent PCB or manufacturing experience.

Education and Experience
High School (required).

Entry Level.

Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants.

Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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