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Production Technician

Motive Companies

Irvine, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26–$32 Per Hour
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Best Practices, Commercial Construction, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics Manufacturing, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Power Engineering, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Production Systems, Prototyping, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support, Technical Training, Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Irvine, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Our client designs and manufactures intelligent energy storage systems for commercial buildings, supporting more efficient use of traditional and renewable power. Their engineering team develops modular battery technology for dense environments where safety, reliability, and performance matter.
 
We are hiring a hands-on Production Technician to support manufacturing, assembly, and production readiness within a growing hardware organization. This role works closely with engineering and operations teams to build, test, package, and prepare battery systems for deployment.
 
Success requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain quality standards in a production environment.

Responsibilities
  • Assemble, wire, and integrate mechanical and electrical components according to work instructions and engineering guidance.
  • Use hand and power tools to build, calibrate, and maintain systems while following strong ESD and safety practices.
  • Support engineering builds, prototypes, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Assist with production preparation, kitting, labeling, packaging, and inventory organization.
  • Support deployment activities as needed, including system preparation, staging, and occasional on-site assistance.
  • Maintain clear and accurate records of assembly processes, tests, calibrations, and quality observations.
  • Follow best practices for electronic component handling, storage, and cleanliness.
  • Identify issues, defects, or process improvements and communicate them to the team.
  • Perform general shop, operations, and support tasks as required.


Basic Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or coursework preferred).
  • Hands-on experience assembling mechanical and/or electrical systems, equipment, or products.
  • Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and basic measurement equipment.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of electrical safety and ESD practices.
  • Reliable, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

    Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, manufacturing, or a related field.
  • Experience working in a production, lab, or hardware prototyping environment.
  • Experience with wiring, crimping, connectors, or basic electrical testing.
  • Familiarity with quality control, documentation, or manufacturing best practices.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and take on varied responsibilities.

Additional Requirements
  • This role is based in Irvine, CA and requires being onsite.
  • Ability to lift and move equipment within safety guidelines.
  • Some travel may be required to support company operations and deployment activities.

Salary Range:
  • Irvine, CA: $26 to $32 per hour 

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