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(RheoSense) is a leading scientific instrumentation company specializing in high-precision microfluidic viscosity measurement technology. Our innovative VROC® platform is trusted by researchers, engineers, and scientists across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and advanced manufacturing.\nWe are committed to delivering accurate, reliable, and user-friendly measurement solutions that empower our customers to accelerate discovery, improve product performance, and drive scientific advancement.\nAt RheoSense, we foster a collaborative, fast-moving environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus guide everything we do. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals who are excited to contribute to cutting-edge technology and make a meaningful impact in the scientific community.\nPosition: Manufacturing Technician\nCorporate Office: San Ramon, California\nRelocation Assistance: No (Local Candidates Are Encouraged to Apply and Will Be Given Preference)\nClosing: Continuous Recruitment. We are accepting and reviewing all qualified applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are listed in this announcement for consideration on an ongoing basis.\nApplication Screening Process: Your application will not be considered if you fail to meet the minimum qualifications listed below or do not submit a detailed cover letter and resume as required for the application screening process.\nSalary: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour. The successful candidate's starting base will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the base range for this role. \nWho You Are\nYou are a skilled manufacturing technician with hands-on experience in GMP environments and a strong command of precision assembly work. You’re comfortable working with small components, PCB soldering, microscopes, and automated processes, and you take pride in producing high-quality, reliable instruments. You collaborate well with others, communicate issues proactively, and contribute to continuous improvement through Lean and 5S practices.\nJob Responsibilities and Expectations\nThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.\nAssemble instruments using small hand tools, calibrated equipment, microscopes, and test fixtures.\nPerform in-process quality checks and communicate safety, quality, or process concerns promptly.\nIdentify and report unacceptable materials or sub-assemblies to the Team Lead or Manager.\nFollow GMP and GDP standards in all documentation and production activities.\nCollaborate with Team Leads, Technicians, Engineers, and Managers to resolve line issues and recommend improvements.\nParticipate in Lean and 5S activities and support ongoing process improvements.\nCoach and guide team members on manufacturing processes and SOPs.\nMinimum Qualifications\nAS degree and four or more years of experience in a GMP environment (medical device, clean room, or chip production preferred).\nProficiency in soldering techniques, including PCB soldering.\nAbility to work with small components, adhesives, and microscopes.\nStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. following safety protocols.\nEffective teamwork and communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in clean room or MEMS chip production.\nLean and 5S experience.\nPhysical Requirements\nThese physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these on an as-needed basis.\nAbility to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally, following all safety protocols.\nFrequent standing and walking throughout the production area during assembly and testing activities.\nRegular use of hands and fingers to handle small components, perform PCB soldering, operate microscopes, and work with adhesives and precision tools.\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods while performing detailed assembly or microscope-based work.\nGood hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precision assembly and soldering tasks.\nVisual acuity sufficient to perform inspections, read SOPs, interpret measurements, and work under microscopes.\nAbility to bend, reach, and stoop as needed to access equipment, tools, and materials.\nComfort working in a clean-room or controlled manufacturing environment, including wearing PPE such as lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and other protective gear.\nAbility to work around moderate noise levels typical of a manufacturing environment.\nWhat We Offer\nAt RheoSense, you can build an excellent job that grows into a meaningful and rewarding career. 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