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Plating Operator

Sierra Proto Express
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
ABOUT THE COMPANY:

 

Sierra Circuits is a Silicon Valley-based leader in printed circuit board manufacturing and assembly, specializing in high-quality, quick-turn and complex prototypes. With over 35 years of experience, Sierra provides a seamless, end-to-end PCB solution—from design and fabrication to assembly and testing—all under one roof at its state-of-the-art facilities in Sunnyvale, California. Sierra Circuits is committed to supporting engineers and designers through extensive educational resources. The company offers free online tools such as the Stackup Designer, Impedance Calculator, Material Selector, and BOM and DFM Checkers, along with technical blogs, webinars, design guides, and its SierraConnect community forum. Sierra Circuit serves all industries including aerospace, defense, medical, automotive, and telecommunications, building PCBs to the highest industry standards, and keeping innovation at the forefront of everything we do.


JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Process orders through numerous process steps including: 
  • Copper, Acid/tin plate and all associated cleaning steps
  • Resist strip, copper etch, solder strip
  • Electroless copper
  • Nickel, soft gold, hard gold and all associated cleaning steps
  • CMI Reading
  • Performing Process Analysis Logs (PAL) through TrueChem system
  • Chemical Preventative Maintenance
  • Provide product and process support by routine inspection of product, equipment, processes and supplies. 
  • Product Inspection 
  •  Follow all processing instructions associated with each process step and each work order. 
  • Individual orders may have specific instructions that must be followed
  • Each process has a set of work instructions that must be followed
  • Work within local, state, federal laws and company guidelines regarding safety and chemical use. 
  • Work with Waste Treatment and follow accepted spent chemical guidelines
  • Follow company safety procedures regarding machinery, supply use, and chemical handling
  • Assist Production Management and Engineering Department regarding product flow, quality, timeliness and process testing and design.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma preferred.
  • 2-6 years experience in plating for PCB Manufacturing Company.
  • Ability to read and understand technical work instructions.
  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, protective glasses, face-shields, aprons, rubber boots, etc.  Must not be allergic to common forms of rubber and plastic use for PPE.
  • Ability to work within the confines of a room where concentrations of chemicals are located.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds maximum.
  • Ability to stand and walk throughout the day.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to follow procedures and maintain quality of products at all time.
  • Good computer skills and ability to learn new skills and tasks as required.
  • Ability to perform at the highest level in a fast-paced environment.

California Salary Range: $19-$24 per hour and Benefits Perks

Graveyard shift


Graveyard shift 10:30PM- 7:00AM

Salary : $20 - $25

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