Cleanroom Production Operator (Edge Clean)

Aerotek; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / Holiday Pay

On-site gym

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring an Edge Clean Production Operator in Vancouver, WA. This contract-to-hire role involves loading silicon wafers, operating presses, and cleaning wafer edges in a cleanroom environment.

The position requires standing for 12 hours, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working a night shift (5pm–5am) with alternating weeks. On-site with benefits and long-term stability.

Qualifications

• Production experience in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment.
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Teamwork and clear communication with colleagues and management.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience with cleanroom standards and wafer processing is preferred.
• Proficient with basic computer software including Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented training, procedures, and processes to meet quality and cleanroom standards.
• Clean equipment and maintain the work area per 5S and cleanroom requirements.
• Handle wafers and cassettes with care during loading and unloading.
• Operate automated and manual equipment and monitor multiple machines.
• Respond to alarms and troubleshoot tool issues.
• Lift and move materials up to 50 lbs and push carts up to 400 lbs as needed.
• Use computer tools (Excel/Outlook) for data entry and monitoring.
• Communicate effectively with management and co-workers.
• Stand or walk for long shifts (12 hours) with frequent lifting and bending.

Skills

Production experience

Multi-tasking abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organization

Time management

Quality control

Cleanroom standards

Semiconductor and wafer processing

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Cleanroom Production Operator (Edge Clean)

Vancouver, WA

12-hour Compressed Shift

Night Shift, 5pm-5am

(alternating every other week, 4 on, 3 off / 3 on, 4 off)

Job Description

The Edge Clean Operator is responsible for maintaining a production process that involves loading silicon wafers into pressing devices and manually cranking the press to compress the wafers. The operator will then load the presses full of wafers into multiple water bath machines that clean the wafer edges. This role requires physical exertion and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented training, procedures, and processes to meet quality and cleanroom standards.

• Perform tasks to clean equipment and maintain the area according to clean room and 5S standards.

• Handle wafers and wafer cassettes with care when placing individual wafers into cassettes after cleaning cycles.

• Exercise hand and finger dexterity for repetitive reaching and pinching.

• Perform frequent reaching and grasping with upper extremities.

• Occasionally reach at shoulder level to obtain presses from shelves.

• Multitask and monitor wafer movement on multiple machines simultaneously.

• Work in varied lighting conditions due to inspection tool criteria.

• Maintain visual acuity to view computer screens, control panels, documentation, and labels.

• Review work orders, load material onto tools, and load correct recipes according to specifications.

• Work around hazardous and volatile chemicals.

• Continuously monitor, analyze, and verify data and processes to meet quality and order specifications.

• Respond to and troubleshoot tool alarms.

• Operate automated and manual equipment, load/unload material, and transport carts.

• Routinely lift and manipulate materials weighing 15-25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs.

• Push carts weighing between 20 lbs to occasionally 400 lbs.

• Use computer, keyboard, and monitor proficiently and accurately; experience with software like Microsoft Excel and Outlook is desired.

• Effectively communicate with management and co-workers.

• Stand or walk for extended periods and work 12-hour shifts without sitting.

• Organize tasks, learn and be trained, work well with a team, and self-motivate when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Production experience

• Multi-tasking abilities

• Attention to detail

• Teamwork

• Organization

• Time management

• Quality control

• Cleanroom standards

• Semiconductor and wafer processing experience

• Communication skills

• Detail-oriented

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic math and computer skills

• Ability to work well with others

• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Why Work Here?

Enjoy long-term stability with exceptional benefits once hired directly, including super low-cost insurance plans. Contractors are eligible for PTO and Holiday Pay and can participate in a referral bonus program. Benefit from access to an on-site gym at no cost.

Work Environment

Work in a cleanroom environment wearing full PPE, including a hooded cleanroom suit, hairnet, safety glasses, face mask, and latex gloves. The cleanroom is air-conditioned and well-ventilated, though operators may feel warm due to the gown.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $23.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 22, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.

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.