Manufacturing Technician

Post Date

Jan 13, 2026

Location

Burlingame,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94010
US
Apr 03, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Managerial / Professional

Req #

DGO-53461f2a-d356-4f8c-853d-90e7b4025807

Pay Rate

$23 - $29 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician is a versatile role responsible for executing daily production activities while partnering closely with engineering to improve processes, quality, and efficiency. This role is directly accountable for meeting production schedules, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement to align actual output with demand requirements across NPI and Production Builds.

Key Responsibilities

Production Execution & Accountability:
- Meet daily/weekly production plan targets and track actual performance against plan.
- Ensure production output meets demand schedules, both in volume and timing.
- Take ownership of first-pass yield, scrap, and rework rates to maintain quality performance.

Quality & Compliance
- Conduct in-process and final inspections to verify product quality against specifications.
- Escalate and help resolve quality issues, driving corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Engineering & Process Support:
- Provide structured feedback to engineering teams on design, assembly methods, and process performance.
- Support NPIs, pilot builds, and process validation activities.
- Assist in executing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and updating documentation as processes evolve.
- Collect and analyze production data to support root cause investigations.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to engineering or process development.
- Proven ability to track, report, and act on production metrics (plan vs. actual, yield, throughput).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with mechanical/electrical aptitude.
- Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for scheduling and reporting.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Key Competencies
- Results-oriented with accountability for meeting demand and quality expectations.
- Strong communicator who can bridge production and engineering functions.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive improvements.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.