Cleanroom Technician

vwr; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Cleanroom Technician to perform fabrication, assembly, and testing in a controlled cleanroom environment. You will work under close supervision, setting up stations and following detailed process specifications to ensure quality and safety.

The role emphasizes adherence to cleanroom protocols, proper handling of hazardous materials, and teamwork within a fast-paced production setting, with a shift from 11:00pm to 7:30am, Sunday through Thursday nights.

Qualifications

• High School completion or equivalent (GED)
• 0-2 years equivalent experience in production in a cleanroom environment

Responsibilities

• Work safely within company work instructions and policies.
• Weigh and fill chemicals or bulk products per Work Order.
• Operate production scales and perform verifications/calibrations.
• Setup, operate, clean and maintain equipment as listed.
• Follow cleanroom protocols and cGMPs to maintain ISO Class 7 environment.
• Package finished product for shipping and label per Work Instructions.
• Handle hazardous materials with required safety gear.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation and complete documentation accurately.
• Support coworkers and participate in continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team environment

Safety and quality

Cleanroom protocols

Independent work

Lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Cleanroom Technicians will work under close supervision, performs a variety of functions including fabrication, assembly or testing in the production of electrical, mechanical, or other components/devices manufactured or assembled in a clean-room environment. Operates appropriate equipment in performing the functions. Assists in setting up work stations and follows written or verbal process specifications in completing all assignments.

Shift: 11:00pm to 7:30am, Sunday night through Thursday night.

What we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School completion or equivalent (GED)
• 0-2 years equivalent experience in production in a cleanroom environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a cleanroom environment
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
• Ability to be trained on and adhere to all cleanroom protocols
• Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures
• Must be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently
• Must be able to lift 50lbs minimum
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel
• Problem-solving skills

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Works safely within the parameters of and complies with company Work Instructions and policies.
• Weighs and fills chemicals or bulk products in accordance with Production Work Order (PWO).
• Operates production scales, including verifications and calibrations.
• Setup, operate, clean and maintain the following equipment: automatic heat sealer, electronic floor scale, pumps, crusher, auger filling unites, autoclave unites, vibrating filler unites, induction sealing equipment, portable exhaust hood, and other equipment as required.
• Responsible for following cleanroom protocols and cGMPs in order to maintain ISO Class 7 environment.
• Packages finished product for shipping (boxing, labeling) per Work Instructions.
• Handles hazardous materials using all appropriate or mandatory safety gear.
• Sweeps and mops floors and cleans workstation after each product filling.
• Completes documentation in a legible manner; verifies and reviews for accuracy.
• Maintains expected quality and quantity of work.
• Follows cGMP policies and procedures for handling, storage, packing, manufacturing and distributing products.
• Supports co-workers in their job responsibilities and is expected to work as a team player.
• Be an activate participant in the continuous improvement process and follow appropriate change control procedures.
• Instill a "build it right the first time" mentality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

The work environment characteristics and physical effort described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The associate is required to stand and walk for the majority of the working day. The physical requirements of the job are for associates to talk, hear, bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb height, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull. Furthermore, the job requires associates to lift/carry/push or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Associates use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating as well as both feet for repetitive movement operating foots controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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