Process Technician

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Process Technician for our San Diego, CA site in a microelectronic cleanroom environment. You will operate and troubleshoot automated process equipment, perform inspections, and assemble parts, ensuring high-quality production.

This is a contract-to-hire role with hands-on responsibilities in a deadline-driven team. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of equipment operating experience, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of clean room/semiconductor manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience as a process technician.
• Knowledge of clean room and semiconductor manufacturing.
• Ability to operate and set up process equipment.
• Microscope inspection proficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude for setting up and troubleshooting automated production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic process equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of process equipment.
• Conduct microscope inspections for 1-3 hours intermittently throughout the day.
• Perform computer data entry for 1-2 hours a day.
• Assemble parts as part of routine operations.
• Perform heavy lifting of up to 55 lbs, 3-4 times per hour.

Skills

Process tech experience

Clean room knowledge

Operate equipment

Microscope inspection

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Process Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Process Technician to join our team in a microelectronic cleanroom manufacturing environment. This role involves operating and troubleshooting automated process equipment, performing inspections, and assembling parts. The position demands attention to detail and mechanical aptitude, ensuring high-quality production standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic process equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of process equipment.
• Conduct microscope inspections for 1-3 hours intermittently throughout the day.
• Perform computer data entry for 1-2 hours a day.
• Assemble parts as part of routine operations.
• Perform heavy lifting of up to 55 lbs, 3-4 times per hour.

Essential Skills

• Experience as a process technician.
• Knowledge of clean room and semiconductor manufacturing.
• Ability to operate and set up process equipment.
• Microscope inspection proficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude for setting up and troubleshooting automated production equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of equipment operating experience, ideally with automated production equipment.
• High school diploma or GED.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values quality and precision, offering 10 paid holidays per year. Experience a supportive environment with a focus on employee well-being and professional growth.

Work Environment

Work in a controlled microelectronic cleanroom manufacturing environment with a team of 15 - 20 employees. The atmosphere is deadline-driven and quality-focused, ensuring high standards of production.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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 San Diego, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.