Third Shift Cleanroom Operator

knowles; California (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles is seeking a Cleanroom Operator to execute manufacturing processes within a semi-automated system in a controlled cleanroom environment. The ideal candidate has prior cleanroom experience, excellent manual dexterity, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and precision.

You will rotate through multiple cleanroom workstations, follow SOPs, document production data, and support team-driven goals while maintaining a sterile environment and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is 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: email, training, and documents via company network.
• Clean room production environment requires gowning and preparation.
• Must be able to work overtime as requested.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate across multiple cleanroom workstations to support production stages.
• Follow SOPs and safety standards to maintain product integrity and a sterile environment.
• Monitor equipment and report irregularities promptly.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of workstations and tools.
• 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 safely (up to 15 pounds).
• Read and interpret manufacturing procedures and technical documentation.
• Identify and report equipment issues; perform basic maintenance and escalate as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure workflow.
• Demonstrate reliability by following instructions and meeting deadlines.
• Perform additional duties to support production goals.

Skills

Cleanroom experience

Manufacturing knowledge

Read instructions

Basic computer skills

Overtime readiness

Gowning procedures

Line work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 escalate 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