TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer
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
Scope:
The Imaging Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining manufacturing equipment used in the inner and outer layer production processes of printed circuit boards. The role ensures high-quality imaging, developing, etching, stripping, and inspection according to PCB manufacturing standards and customer specifications. Operators will undergo Chemical Handling training prior to the start of performing these duties and will actively participate in ongoing hazardous waste and chemical handling training.
Shift: Midnight (11:00 PM - 07:15 AM)
Friday - Tuesday
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate LDI (Laser Direct Imaging) machines to image inner and outer layers with high accuracy.
- Run DES (Develop–Etch–Strip) production lines, ensuring proper chemical balance and process stability.
- Perform ILL/Inner Layer Line operations including cleaning, oxide/OSP coating, lamination preparation, and panel handling.
- Operate OLD/Optical Layer Development systems for alignment, imaging confirmation, and inspection.
- Perform OLL/Outer Layer Line tasks including pre-cleaning, photoresist coating, exposure, and development.
- Verify line width, spacing, registration accuracy, solder mask alignment, and copper surface quality.
- Identify defects such as under/over-etching, residue, misregistration, micro-shorts, and open circuits.
- Maintain documentation for traceability and conform to IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-600).
- Inspect panels visually and using optical equipment (microscopes, AOI, LPI tools).
- Monitor and adjust chemical concentrations for DES lines; perform titrations and record data
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance on LDI, exposure units, conveyors, and developer systems.
- Report equipment abnormalities and perform basic troubleshooting.
- Ensure proper calibration of measurement tools (thickness gauges, microscopes, alignment tools).
- Follow production schedules and meet cycle time and yield targets.
- Record production output, scrap data, and process parameters in MES or log sheets.
- Comply with all safety, ESD, chemical handling, and PPE regulations.
- Support continuous improvement activities (5S, Kaizen, yield improvement projects).
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English to the extent necessary to perform the job
- Ability to stand throughout the shift and lift 30 pounds without straining
- Willingness to support various manufacturing work schedules by being available to work flexible hours
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
Please note that due to Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements, all applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident in Canada.
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Posting Disclosure:
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable compensation policies, internal equity, and the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. The expected base annual compensation range, in CAD, for this position is as follows:
$37,567 - $59,380
Please note that due to Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements, all applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident in Canada.
Applicants may be entitled to:
Wellness:
Medical and Dental, Health Spending Account (HSA)
Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, TTM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process to all Applicants (including but not limited to those with disabilities). Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process; please contact our accessibility lead at [email protected] or 416-208-2186 . TTM Technologies will work with any Applicant who is requesting accommodation in order to provide or arrange for the provision of a suitable accommodation that takes into consideration the accessibility needs of the Applicant.
