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Drilling Operator

CompanyFRALOCK
LocationMilpitas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 30, 2026
About The Company
Fralock designs, develops and manufactures engineered solutions for High Reliability applications. We serve technically advanced OEM's in the Aerospace, Defense, Electronics, Energy, Industrial, Life Science, Medical, Satellite, and Semiconductor Equipment markets. Fralock manufactures CIRLEX® an all-polyimide sheet material, Adhesiveless Laminates, All-Polyimide Laminates, Flexible & Rigid Flex Circuits, Engineered Technical Ceramics, and Specialty Engineered Laminates AS9100D, ISO13485-2016, ISO9001-2015, ITAR compliant, FDA registered ***CIRLEX® is a registered trademark of DUPONT used under license by FRALOCK.
About the Role

Drilling Operator

Full Time + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Vacation, Sick)

Job Type: Onsite

Hourly Range: $23.00 - $28.00, DOE

Graveyard: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Location: Milpitas, CA


Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California.

VISION

To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications.

 MISSION

To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders.

 CULTURE

  • Respect – We treat others the way they want to be treated.
  • Integrity – We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, employees, and suppliers.
  • Responsiveness – We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests, and work proactively to solve problems.
  • Excellence/Competence – We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work.
  • Teamwork – We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another.
  • Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility – We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it.
  • Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company

 

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.


Job Summary

The Drilling Operator operates CNC Excellon or Hitachi drilling machines to support printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. This position follows production priorities, uses precision measuring tools, monitors product quality, and communicates production and material concerns to the Drilling Department Supervisor. The operator also supports new hires with basic setup and operations and participates in process and equipment evaluations.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Under the supervision of the Drilling Department Supervisor, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:

  • Follow production priorities established by the Drilling Department Supervisor.
  • Operate CNC Excellon or Hitachi drilling machines.
  • Use calipers for board measurements and pin gauges to check materials.
  • Communicate material inventory concerns and changes in production status to the Department Supervisor.
  • Follow all company and departmental processes and procedures; monitor quality of work and compliance with process and product specifications.
  • Assist new hires with basic setup and operations, and provide relief support on equipment and processes.
  • Participate in evaluating processes, new equipment, and procedures.
  • Follow all safety standards and procedures, including PPE requirements for a manufacturing environment.
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area using safety standards and expectations 
  • Other duties as needed or assigned by supervisor.

 

Required Skills

  • Ability to read and understand prints and specifications.
  • Ability to visually verify fine detail work.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.


Preferred Skills

  • A minimum of one year of printed circuit board (PCB) experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing flex and rigid flex printed circuit boards is preferred.


Education Requirements

High School Diploma.

 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to visually inspect fine detail work.

 

Working Conditions

  • Onsite manufacturing environment involving CNC drilling equipment and moving machinery.
  • Required personal protective equipment (PPE) and company safety procedures must be followed.


All offers of employment at Fralock are contingent upon clear results of a background check. Background checks may include some or all the following depending on job title and responsibilities:

  • Social Security Verification
  • Prior Employment Verification
  • Criminal History
  • Personal and Professional References
  • Motor Vehicle Records
  • Credit History


Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #ZR

 

Key Skills
CNC DrillingExcellon MachinesHitachi MachinesPCB ManufacturingPrecision MeasuringCalipersPin GaugesBlueprint ReadingQuality ControlMaterial Inventory ManagementSafety StandardsProcess Evaluation
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTrades
Benefits
MedicalDentalVision401k with Company MatchVacationSick
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Operate CNC drilling machines to support printed circuit board manufacturing while monitoring product quality and production priorities. Assist with equipment setup, maintain a safe work area, and communicate material inventory status to the supervisor.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$23 - $28
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
204
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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