Assembly Technician III (1st Shift)

Assembly Technician III (1st Shift)

Job Category: Operations

Location: Hayward, CA 94545, USA

Description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is seeking an experienced and talented Assembly Technician III to join our team in Hayward, CA!

The Assembly Technician III builds complex mechanical and electrical assemblies, ensuring precision and quality throughout the production process. This role performs testing, troubleshooting, and helium leak detection, while interpreting schematics and work instructions. It requires skilled use of hand and power tools and fosters effective communication on the floor. The technician plays a key role in maintaining product integrity and supporting operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies.
• Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing.
• Operates hand and power tools to complete assemblies.
• Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
• Interacts with management and team members to encourage effective communication on the production floor.
• Performs standard testing and minor and major troubleshooting.
• Ensures quality standards are met throughout all steps of the assembly process.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• Performs other duties as required.

Other Duties:

• Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Related experience in a non-manufacturing environment considered.
• Cable and Harness assembly experience a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret written information and follow directions.
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to perform basic and repetitive assembly operations as required.
• General knowledge of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and bench tools.
• Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computer terminals and general software applications.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Some technician coursework and/or AA technical degree or equivalent experience

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/cleanroom environment or a combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in helium leak testing, module, sub-assembly testing, and inspection preferred.

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Work is performed primarily in a standard manufacturing environment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move an object.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable. Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Ability to stand/sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to use a ladder comfortably.

Environmental Exposure:

• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, chemical exposure, and debris.
• Subject to noise levels.

Overnight Travel:

• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $22.79 and $34.23/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.