Senior MEMS Manufacturing Technician

Are you ready to help build a next-generation MEMS manufacturing line that powers cutting-edge genomic sequencing technology? Do you take pride in precision, efficiency, and setting up processes that deliver reliable, high-quality output? Do you thrive in an environment with diversity, communication, collaboration, and teamwork as the core values? As a MEMS Manufacturing Technician , you will be responsible for supporting the setup, execution, and continuous improvement of our MEMS and flowcell production processes. You will play a hands‑on role in building the lab infrastructure, installing and qualifying new equipment, and ensuring high product quality in a cleanroom environment. This is a contract position through an external agency with the potential to transition to a full‑time role based on performance and business needs.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Perform daily cleanroom manufacturing processes including wet processing, resist coating, chemical vapor deposition, mechanical assembly, and visual inspections using high‑powered microscopes (bright field/dark field). Support installation and qualification of new equipment, fixtures, and tools, coordinating with Facilities and Engineering. Conduct preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of production equipment. Revise and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), preventive maintenance schedules, and process documentation. Set up efficient workstations and workflows to ensure smooth production. Collect process data and apply SPC principles to monitor and control yield and performance. Train and mentor junior technicians in cleanroom and GMP best practices.

ABOUT YOU

You take ownership of your work and thrive in fast‑paced, hands‑on environments. You have strong problem‑solving and analytical skills and communicate clearly across teams. You value structure, accuracy, and consistency in your daily work. You’re proactive in identifying and solving issues before they become bottlenecks.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Primary location: On‑site in Sunnyvale, California Local travel: Drive to San Jose, California approximately twice per week for parts delivery ( ~15% of time ) Occasional travel: Minimal travel may be required for equipment installation, vendor support, or training .

WHAT YOU WILL BRING US

Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in MEMS, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing. Proven cleanroom experience with contamination control and GMP compliance. Proficiency with high‑powered optical microscopes and visual inspection techniques. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and SPC principles. Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Microsoft Excel for data tracking. Strong collaboration, documentation, and organizational skills. (Preferred) Experience writing or updating production and equipment procedures.

WHAT YOUR EDUCATION LOOKS LIKE

Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Electronics, or a related technical field—or equivalent work experience.

HOW WE WILL REWARD YOU

The base hourly rate for this contract position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour , depending on experience. This is a contract role employed through a staffing agency, with optional employee benefits available. Successful performance may lead to consideration for a full‑time position with benefits. Complete Genomics provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, veteran or uniformed service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Complete Genomics