What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Technician (Swing Shift) position at Red Oak Technologies?
Manufacturing Technician
Location: Mission District (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Swing Shift - 3pm - 11pm
Compensation: $35/hour
Duration: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extensions)
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our team onsite in San Francisco’s Mission District. This is a hands-on, day-shift role supporting both engineering and production activities in a high-precision manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform precision soldering, including work with small components
- Follow all safety procedures, including laser safety requirements
- Construct, test, and calibrate engineering and production robotic/computer-controlled assembly systems
- Interpret engineering prints, schematics, and assembly instructions
- Utilize high-precision measuring equipment and maintain detailed calibration records
- Support root cause analysis of manufacturing, quality, and yield issues
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years of industry experience
- Strong soldering background, particularly with small components
- Experience with mechanical hand and power tools
- Proficient with oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, optics, and cameras
- Experience working with lasers, laser safety, beam focus, pattern recognition, and active alignment
- Experience with UV adhesive auto-dispense and curing processes
- Experience with multi-axis, vision-assisted, computer-controlled robotic assembly equipment in both R&D and volume manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of pneumatic actuated slides, grippers, and hexapod tables
- Experience identifying root cause of manufacturing, quality, and yield issues
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SPC tools, and flowcharting software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician looking for a 6-month contract role with strong potential for extension in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Salary : $35