Clean Room Technician

Aerotek; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance / AD&D

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Clean Room Production Technician for its Santa Rosa, CA site. You will operate coating and production equipment in a strict clean room, handling 200 mm wafers and glass optics with care while following GMP and SOPs.

This 12-hour shift role requires independence, strong attention to detail, and the ability to sign off each step using travelers. You will log production data and support quality checks in a highly controlled manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in clean room with GMP/SOP compliance.
• Able to handle 200 mm wafers with care.
• Skilled in using microscopes for inspection and logging steps.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload wafers and tools in clean room.
• Operate coating machines and monitor runs.
• Follow travelers and sign off steps.
• Maintain logs and inspection records.
• Follow GMP/SOP and safety protocols.

Skills

Clean room experience

GMP SOP compliance

Equipment operation

Fragile wafer handling

Microscope inspection

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

12-hour shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microscopes

Coating machines

Data logging systems

Job description

Job Title: Clean Room Production Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on manufacturing thin-film coated glass wafers in a clean room environment for use in consumer electronics, optical devices, and other advanced technologies. You will operate coating and production equipment, handle fragile glass wafers, and follow detailed procedures to ensure high-quality output in a highly controlled, low-contamination setting.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts, tooling, and glass wafers into and out of clean room production and coating machines.
• Assemble and set up tooling and equipment, including putting machines together according to standard operating procedures.
• Operate coating machines that apply thin film coatings to wafers, ensuring proper setup, monitoring, and shutdown.
• Handle different types of glass optics and wafers, including 200 millimeter diameter wafers, with great care to prevent damage.
• Clean production machines and equipment on a regular schedule, including thorough cleaning every few weeks, following established cleaning procedures.
• Work in a full clean room bunny suit and consistently follow clean room protocols, GMP, and SOP requirements to maintain a controlled environment.
• Use written instructions called travelers to perform each step of the production process and sign off on each step as it is completed.
• Monitor production runs that can range from approximately 15 minutes to 12 hours, typically 12 hours, ensuring machines run smoothly and product quality meets standards.
• Fill out logs and documentation accurately, including production records, inspection results, and equipment usage, using computers and related systems.
• Inspect wafers, glass optics, and coated parts using microscopes and other inspection tools to identify defects or contamination.
• Perform general production tasks such as assembly, cleaning optics, and supporting medical and optical device-related production as needed.
• Maintain productivity during downtime by independently finding appropriate tasks such as cleaning, organizing, documentation, or assisting with other production needs.
• Manage one machine at a time while coordinating with team members to support overall production goals.
• Participate in daily turnover meetings at the start of each shift to receive assignments, review priorities, and coordinate with the team.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all aspects of production, inspection, cleaning, and documentation.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and clean room standards at all times to protect products, equipment, and colleagues.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a clean room environment, including wearing a full bunny suit and following strict contamination-control procedures.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in a production or medical device setting.
• Hands-on experience with general production work such as assembly, machine operation, and basic equipment setup.
• Ability to handle fragile glass optics and wafers, including 200 millimeter diameter wafers, with precision and care.
• Comfort using microscopes and other inspection tools to examine small or delicate components.
• Ability to read, follow, and document work using written instructions, such as travelers, and to sign off on each process step accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, including regular cleaning of machines and optics.
• Capability to work independently, self-manage tasks, and stay productive without constant direction.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift, specifically a schedule that includes long days and alternating mid-week shifts.
• High School Diploma or GED, with the ability to present documentation upon hire.
• Eligibility to complete and pass an in-depth check.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in medical, medical device, or optical production environments.
• cleaning optics, glass, or other precision components.
• Exposure to clean room production for consumer electronics, industrial, aerospace, or government-related products.
• Comfort using computers for logging production data, following digital instructions, and completing documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage one machine and its associated tasks from start to finish.
• Ability to thrive in a setting that values independence, accountability, and proactive problem-solving.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that works at the forefront of optical security and performance, contributing to technologies that protect currency, enhance color, and enable advanced sensing applications. The environment values expertise in the management of light and offers the opportunity to learn specialized clean room and thin-film coating processes. You will work alongside a stable day-shift team, participate in clear daily handoffs, and build skills that are highly relevant to consumer electronics, industrial, aerospace, and government sectors. The culture emphasizes independence, trust, and professional growth, giving you room to take ownership of your work while contributing to meaningful, real-world applications.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean room environment dedicated to optical security and performance products. You will work in a full clean room bunny suit at all times while in the production area, following strict GMP and SOP standards. The facility uses coating machines, assembly tools, microscopes, and computer-based systems to produce and inspect thin, fragile glass wafers. The workday begins with a turnover meeting at 6:00 AM, and the current opening is on a B shift schedule of 6:00 AM to approximately 6:15 PM, 12-hour days on Thursday through Saturday with alternating Wednesdays. The environment is not heavily industrial; instead, it is controlled, precise, and focused on the careful handling and coating of wafers. You will manage one machine at a time within a team of about 20 people on the day shift, balancing periods of active machine loading and monitoring with quieter intervals where you are expected to stay busy and self-directed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Rosa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Rosa,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.