Production Operator (Tooling) 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Foundation of Precision Manufacturing!  

Shape Quality. Drive Production. Build Your Future.  

Location: San Jose, CA | Schedule: 1st shift, 8:30am to 5pm | Pay: $21/hour 

 

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading electronics manufacturing company to hire a dedicated Tooling Technician . If you enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a fast-paced production environment, and take pride in precision and quality, this is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge manufacturing operations. 

As a Tooling Technician, you'll play a key role in preparing components for the anodizing process by setting up and operating racking stations, ensuring products are properly secured, and helping maintain efficient production flow. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will directly impact product performance and customer satisfaction. 

What You'll Do  

As a Tooling Technician, your day will include: 

• Setting up, operating, and tending racking stations to prepare aluminum components for anodizing. 

• Securing aluminum parts to racks according to detailed specifications to ensure quality processing. 

• Reading blueprints, work orders, production schedules, and job instructions to determine production requirements. 

• Assembling, aligning, clamping, and positioning workpieces in holding fixtures. 

• Laying out, fitting, and connecting components while calculating production measurements as needed. 

• Selecting, positioning, aligning, and securing jigs, fixtures, guides, and stops using measuring instruments and hand tools. 

• Monitoring production equipment and making adjustments to resolve routine operational issues. 

• Preparing metal surfaces using grinders, cutters, drills, and other hand-operated equipment. 

• Cleaning, lubricating, maintaining, and adjusting equipment to support efficient operations. 

• Safely transferring components, assemblies, and metal products throughout the production area. 

• Recording production and operational data accurately. 

• Removing finished workpieces from production equipment. 

• Supporting teammates and assisting other departments as production needs require. 

• Following all safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organized work area. 

What We're Looking For  

Required Qualifications  

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. 

• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or production experience . 

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production documentation. 

• Experience using measuring instruments and hand tools. 

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. 

• Ability to perform repetitive work with accuracy while maintaining production quality. 

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. 

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills. 

• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards. 

Ready to Build Something Great?  

If you're a motivated manufacturing professional who enjoys precision work, solving challenges, and contributing to a high-performing production team, we want to hear from you. 

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and put your skills to work with a leading electronics manufacturing company where quality, teamwork, and innovation drive success!  

Pay Details: $21.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

\nCompany Description

Every year, PDS Tech Commercial and PDS Defense place thousands of skilled trades and engineering associates into roles all across the nation. Since our founding in 1977, we have maintained the highest standard of service and satisfaction among both talent and clients.

Today, we continue to deliver exceptional services as a proud member of The Adecco Group (TAG) family, a leading global workforce solutions provider. What does this mean for you? We are united by a powerful mission: making the future work for everyone. We offer our local experience paired with global resources, bringing significant advantages to all our areas of expertise. From end-to-end digital recruitment to priority redeployment and beyond, we are committed to building a better world of work for all.

Company Description

Every year, PDS Tech Commercial and PDS Defense place thousands of skilled trades and engineering associates into roles all across the nation. Since our founding in 1977, we have maintained the highest standard of service and satisfaction among both talent and clients.\r\n\r\nToday, we continue to deliver exceptional services as a proud member of The Adecco Group (TAG) family, a leading global workforce solutions provider. What does this mean for you? We are united by a powerful mission: making the future work for everyone. We offer our local experience paired with global resources, bringing significant advantages to all our areas of expertise. From end-to-end digital recruitment to priority redeployment and beyond, we are committed to building a better world of work for all.