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.
- Document continuous improvement (Kaizen/A3) projects.
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.
