Production Engineering Technician

Production Engineering Technician

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Process Technician for a company based in Sugar Land, Texas. The Production Technician will play a key role in maintaining smooth and continuous production line operations. This position focuses on operating automated equipment, performing routine calibrations, identifying and troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and supporting engineers in root cause and failure mode analysis.

The Production Technician will work closely with Production and Process Engineers to ensure equipment performance, product quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency meet company standards.

$18.00 – $24.00 an hour

Monday – Wednesday and Sunday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Thursday – Sunday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

• Operate and monitor production machines to ensure continuous and stable operation.
• Perform equipment calibration, setup, and verification per established procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues.
• Perform basic repairs and adjustments to maintain uptime and prevent quality deviations.
• Conduct preliminary root cause analysis on equipment and device failures.
• Support engineers in identifying and documenting failure modes and contributing factors.
• Rework failed devices and components following defined rework or repair procedures.
• Follow established work instructions, operating procedures, and safety protocols.
• Maintain detailed logs of machine performance, failure trends, and maintenance actions.
• Support the engineering team during process development and qualification runs.
• Perform data collection and assist in generating reports or documentation as needed.
• Escalate recurring or critical issues to the Equipment Engineer or Section Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in compliance with cleanroom standards.
• Provide backup support for operators when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager, Section Manager, or Production Supervisor.

• Vocational Course Graduate or Associate Degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 1 year of experience in equipment operation, troubleshooting, or device assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of experience as a Production or Equipment Technician in semiconductor, photonics, or electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with automated machinery, sensors, pneumatic systems, or robotic handling equipment.
• Experience with microscopes, soldering, hand tools, and measurement instruments.
• Familiarity with failure mode analysis, rework processes, or quality control methods.

Full-time, Temporary to Hire

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

• 11-time consecutive winner of the Clearly Rated Best of Staffing Client Award ).
• Winner of the Clearly Rated Best of Staffing Talent Award ).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer