Assembly & Test Technician II

FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test.

Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

This role requires hands‑on mechanical skills, familiarity with precision measurement tools, an understanding of electronic theory at the component level, and the ability to follow detailed technical instructions.

About FormFactor

Forming Our Future together FormFactor, Inc.

Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge.

The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated.

Everyone can make an impact here.

Responsibilities

• The Assembly & Test Technician II performs intermediate‑level mechanical, electrical, and test operations to support the production and evaluation of probe cards and related electronic hardware.
• The technician supports daily production activities, executes test processes, and contributes to troubleshooting efforts under moderate supervision.
• Safety, Quality & Documentation Strictly follow all Safety , ESD , and Quality protocols within the work area.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail regarding cleanroom requirements and contamination‑control practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform data entry based on test results and production outputs.
• Interpret and follow Work Instructions , wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and special test procedures.
• Mechanical Assembly & Precision Handling Perform mechanical assembly of stiffeners, PCBAs, interposers, hardware , and associated electronic components.
• Use hand tools, tweezers, torque devices, dial indicators, microscopes, and digital meters to perform precise mechanical adjustments.
• Conduct microscope‑based inspection of hardware and micro‑components to ensure alignment and assembly accuracy.
• Electrical Testing & Troubleshooting Set up tester equipment to perform electrical testing and casualty analysis of probe cards.
• Apply knowledge of electronic theory and components to investigate and resolve test failures .
• Conduct basic troubleshooting down to the component level using ohm, capacitance, and voltage measurements.
• Perform adjustments to probe cards to achieve proper planarity (flatness) of array structures.
• Control & Data Analysis Perform data analysis and understand Statistical Process Control (SPC) metrics across processing steps.
• Ensure test results, measurements, and observations are properly recorded and communicated.
• Collaboration & Production Support Work as part of a shift‑based production team to meet daily output targets.
• Operate both independently and as a team contributor to support ongoing production and engineering activities.
• Assist engineers and higher‑level technicians with experiments, evaluation builds, and process improvements.

Requirements

• Data Acquisition Software, Electrical Schematics, Electronic Circuitry, Manual Dexterity, Manufacturing, Materials Handling, Mechanical Assemblies, Mechanical Drawings, Metrology Equipment, Microsoft Excel, Working Independently Education & Experience: Minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience.

Pay

Operative/Technician roles will typically operate more complex machinery/processes | Required Pay Range: $22.10 - $29.03 Pay Range Explained: This role in Livermore, California pays between $22.10 and $29.03 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background.

Pay may vary in other locations.

Benefits

• We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off.
• You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday from 6:00am to 6:15pm.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed inside a cleanroom environment requiring the use of protective clothing (smock, gloves, hairnet, etc.). Frequent microscope work for detailed inspection and adjustments. Regular use of hand tools and precision measurement instruments. Must be able to lift, push, or pull light materials as needed to support daily production activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Statement FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation. For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as "Remote" in the job location.