Quality Test Technician -1st Shift

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California’s Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. In addition, this location offers in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions in distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.

Sanmina is looking for a detail oriented and dedicated Quality Test Technician for our Fremont, CA location. The Quality Test Technician is a hybrid role bridging quality inspection with technical testing, this role drives product excellence from incoming materials to final assembly. In this role, you will set up and perform tests of complex electromechanical systems, identifying defects, resolving complex technical issues on the floor, executing precise test, and ensuring strict adherence to exact engineering specifications and safety standards.

• Performs the set-up, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies using standard test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) and test software/firmware.
• Executes incoming, in-process, and final quality inspections using standard measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, and scopes) to ensure products meet exact specifications.
• Completes necessary rework and repairs based on diagnostic findings, while ensuring and documenting that all reworked assemblies pass rigorous quality control verifications.
• Identifies non-conforming materials, initiates Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and logs defect data. Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and assists in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Interprets blueprints, schematics, drawings, and diagrams to determine and help develop comprehensive test specifications and quality assurance procedures.
• Works closely with engineers to conduct quality experiments, perform audits, and assist in the selection, set-up, and calibration of specialized test equipment.
• Ensures all testing, rework, and quality operations are conducted in strict adherence to safety standards and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protocols

• Associate Degree or Technician Certification in Electronics, Semiconductor Technology, Electromechanical Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of related industry experience, ideally in a role that blends electromechanical testing, troubleshooting, and quality control inspection.
• Proven experience operating electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) as well as…