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Production Associate - 3rd Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

TTM Technologies · Chippewa Falls, WI · Full time

Posted May 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

TTM makes printed circuit boards. What experience do you have working in manufacturing or on a production line?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the pace and routine of production work before they start.

This is a 3rd shift or weekend role. How will you make that schedule work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can show up reliably on nights or weekends, which matters most in this job.

Tell me about a time you had to learn something new quickly at work.

What they are checking: Whether they can pick up new processes and equipment as they move through training.

TTM has an Operator Advancement Program for certifying skills. What would you want to learn here?

What they are checking: Whether they are interested in growing within the plant rather than just filling a shift.

How do you stay focused on detailed, repetitive work for a whole shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep quality steady during long, repetitive tasks.

Tell me about a time you kept a work area clean and organized without being asked.

What they are checking: Whether they take pride in their area, which affects quality and safety in electronics manufacturing.

What would you do

How do you make sure you follow work instructions exactly, even after you've done a task many times?

What they are checking: Whether they resist shortcuts, since circuit board quality depends on following each step.

You notice a board that looks damaged or different from the others. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report defects instead of passing them to the next step.

How do you feel about working with chemicals and wearing personal protective equipment all shift?

What they are checking: Whether they take safety equipment seriously in a plant that uses process chemistry.

A coworker shows you a faster way to do a job that skips a step in the instructions. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stick to approved procedures and raise improvement ideas the right way.

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The full job description

As published by TTM Technologies.

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market . Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career – TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive. Why Join Us? • At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success. • Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year! • Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends. • Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge. In this position, you will work in a team-oriented environment, operating production equipment and performing a variety of tasks. The Production Associate is responsible for meeting departmental production, quality, and safety standards. Upon training within the department, the Production Associate will be responsible for independently reading and verifying the job orders and then setting up and completing the manufacturing process. Shift Hours: 10 pm to 6:30 am – Sunday thru Thursday Duties and Responsibilities : • Read and accurately understand the job order, instructions, and customer specifications • Set up and operate different types of machinery according to the department processes and each job’s requirements • Consistently evaluate product for quality, verifying departmental procedures are completed accurately • Record defects, document quality data, and work within the quality management system. Immediately escalate issues to the production technician, management, or engineering • Follow all safety training and procedures as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), chemical handling (certain positions), and hazardous waste (certain positions) • Responsible for immediately reporting all accidents, near misses, and safety concerns • Cross train on operations and equipment within the area Essential Knowledge and Skills : • Quality centered mindset with strong attention-to-detail • Able to be a positive team member while also working independently • General computer skills and ability to update electronic records and enter data into systems • Able to stand throughout a shift and independently push, pull, or lift 25-50 pounds • Able to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job • Consistently meet attendance requirements. Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as necessary • Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment that includes machinery, moving parts, and noise • Ability and willingness to cross-train in other departments, learning to operate other machinery Education and Experience: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required • Experience: 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred, but not required TTM has a convenient on-site Health Center! Preventative exams, life coaching, sick care, physical therapy, and health coaching are all available to ALL employees. #LI-RO1 #ISEVG Compensation and Benefits: TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire. Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations. Export Statement: Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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