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Production Technician
Date: Dec 20, 2025
Location: San Jose, California, United States
Company: Super Micro Computer
Job Req ID: 27848
About Supermicro:
Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Production Technician to perform incoming quality control (IQC) for electronic circuit assembly boards (PCBAs) and troubleshoot defective products to ensure they meet Supermicro’s design standards and customer expectations. In this role, you will work closely with test engineers and production teams to diagnose and resolve issues while maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced production environment. This position involves working in a production setting with potential exposure to loud machinery, and candidates must be comfortable with physical tasks such as standing for extended periods. Overtime during weekdays and weekends may be required based on business needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct visual inspections and functional testing for electronic assembly boards (PCBAs).
- Perform incoming quality control checks and data entry to ensure product integrity.
- Assist test engineers and supervisors in diagnosing and identifying root causes of failed boards to support continuous improvement.
- Execute engineering change orders (ECO) and model change tasks as required.
- Provide hands-on support on the production line when needed.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to maintain high-quality production standards.
- Adhere to company policies, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Perform other tasks as directed by supervisors.
- Be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or some college experience (technical certification is a plus).
- Basic proficiency in English (written and verbal).
- Experience with electronics and computer hardware is advantageous.
- Minimum of 1-year experience in the electronics or computer industry.
- Hands-on experience in production testing of PCBAs is a plus.
- Familiarity with technical tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, or diagnostic software is beneficial.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented production environment.
- Comfortable working in a physically active role, including standing for extended periods and operating in a loud production setting.
- Candidates with less experience may be considered for a junior role (Production Operator), with on-the-job training provided.
- This is a temp to hire position
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:
The physical demands and work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry items.
- Perform tasks that require standing and walking for long periods up to entire shift.
- Lift, carry, push and pull in an excess of 25lb and up to 40lbs. Able to utilize a "buddy system" for moving objects more than 50 lbs.
(For applicable positions: Must be able to operate pallet jack and forklift efficiently and safely.)
- Must be able to wear safety shoes, earmuffs or other required PPE as needed.
- Primarily works indoors with controlled climate conditions.
Salary Range
$23.00/hr - $28.00/hr
The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $23 - $28