Second Shift Cleanroom Operator

Knowles Corporation; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Corporation in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a Cleanroom Operator to execute manufacturing processes in a semi-automated system. The role requires prior cleanroom experience, high manual dexterity, and a commitment to quality, safety, and precision.

You will rotate through multiple workstations, follow SOPs, document production data, monitor equipment, and collaborate with the team to meet production goals while maintaining a sterile environment and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of cleanroom experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Basic computer skills and email access.
• Clean room environment requires gowning practices.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate across cleanroom workstations to support different stages of the manufacturing process.
• Follow SOPs to ensure product integrity and sterile environment.
• Monitor equipment and report irregularities or malfunctions.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of workstations and tools.
• Document production data and adhere to quality control procedures.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals.
• Lift and maneuver components up to 15 pounds.
• Read and interpret procedures and technical documentation.
• Identify and report mechanical issues with equipment; perform basic maintenance.

Skills

Cleanroom experience

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Attention to quality and safety

Read instructions

Basic computer skills

Overtime readiness

Self-management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computers / Email access

Job description

Job Overview

The Cleanroom Operator is responsible for executing manufacturing processes within a semi-automated system, rotating through multiple workstations in a controlled cleanroom environment. The ideal candidate will bring prior cleanroom experience, excellent manual dexterity, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and precision.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate across various cleanroom workstations to support different stages of the manufacturing process.
• Follow established protocols and safety standards to maintain product integrity and a sterile environment.
• Monitor equipment and report any irregularities or malfunctions promptly.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of workstations and tools.
• Accurately document production data and adhere to quality control procedures
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and resolve workflow issues
• Lift and maneuver metal bars and components weighing up to X safely and efficiently.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to ensure product integrity.
• Read and interpret manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Identify and report mechanical issues with equipment; perform basic maintenance and elevate as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and issue resolution.
• Demonstrate reliability by consistently following instructions, meeting deadlines, and taking ownership of assigned tasks.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• A High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a cleanroom environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of manufacturing principles practices, and procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge in computers, accessing email, training, and documents via company network.
• This position will be performed in a clean room production environment which requires certain preparation and gowning practices.
• Must be able to work overtime as requested.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in the line with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in a clean room setting wearing appropriate clean room attires, which includes but is not limited to, jumpsuit, shoe covers, hair covering, and glasses.
• Complete repetitive movements for extensive periods.
• Able to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects of up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to stand/seat for long periods of time.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No