Entry Level Cleanroom Associate
Schedules Available:
5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Monday-Friday
1:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Monday-Friday
Pay: $17-18/hr
Job Description
This role focuses on refurbishing surgical instruments through a detailed cleaning, sorting, and labeling process in a clean room environment. You will work with post-surgery instruments, operate specialized cleaning equipment, and follow strict cleanliness and safety protocols to ensure all instruments are properly processed for reuse.
Responsibilities
Refurbish surgical instruments by performing thorough cleaning, sorting, and labeling activities according to established procedures.
Move cases of surgical instruments through a metal detector prior to the cleaning process to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Begin each shift by properly gowning up in full clean room gear, including smock, booties, gloves, beard net, hair net, plastic visor, and safety glasses.
Load and unload bins of instruments, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, into a dishwasher-style cleaning unit for automated washing.
Perform manual cleaning, sorting, and power washing of surgical instruments, including chemical cleaning as required.
Handle instruments that may have residual blood or feces from post-surgery use and follow all hygiene and safety protocols while doing so.
Label cleaned instruments accurately and sort them into the appropriate bins or storage locations.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area by sweeping daily and mopping twice per week as part of an all-hands housekeeping responsibility.
Cross-train and learn other core competencies within the facility to support operational flexibility and career growth.
Adhere to all attendance expectations, including not taking days off during the first 30 days of employment, and participate in occasional Saturday overtime as scheduled.
Follow all clean room and facility rules, including dress code, personal appearance standards, and safety requirements.
Remain on your feet for the duration of the shift while working at various stations, using comfort mats provided where applicable.
Essential Skills
Willingness and capability to work in a clean room environment and consistently gown up in full clean room gear.
Comfort working with post-surgery instruments that may contain blood and feces, while strictly following safety and hygiene protocols.
Ability to stand for the entire shift with the support of comfort mats as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis to move bins and cases of instruments.
Strong quality mindset and attention to detail when cleaning, sorting, labeling, and inspecting instruments.
Reliability and commitment to attendance, including no days off during the first 30 days of employment and openness to scheduled overtime on some Saturdays.
Willingness to cross-train and learn additional core competencies beyond the primary role.
Capability to work effectively in a structured, process-driven environment with consistent procedures and standards.
Ability to follow strict personal appearance guidelines, including working without facial piercings, nail polish, fake nails, and makeup, with limited exceptions for a single stud earring and a religious necklace worn under a T-shirt.
Comfort working in an environment with a constant low-level humming noise similar to a dishwasher and a sterile, hospital-like smell.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Entry-level candidates are welcome; no specific prior experience is required, and full training is provided.
Experience in fast food, cashier roles, line cook, cook, chef, retail, associate roles, dishwashing, prep cook, or serving is highly valued and considered transferable.
No high school diploma or GED is required for this role; however, these may be needed for future supervisor or lead opportunities.
Openness to working either first shift (5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Monday-Friday) or second shift (1:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Monday-Friday), with multiple openings on each shift.
Comfort with repetitive tasks and consistent processes while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures in a regulated environment.
Why Work Here?
You will join a modern, well-supported operation that invests in its people through competitive benefits and meaningful development opportunities. Health benefits are available upon hire for employees, with robust health packages designed to support your overall wellbeing.
Work Environment
You will work in a clean, air-conditioned, brand new facility designed for comfort and efficiency. The environment has a sterile, hospital-like smell rather than a strong chemical odor, and there is a constant low-level humming sound similar to a dishwasher. The role requires full clean room attire, including smock, booties, gloves, beard net, hair net, plastic visor, and safety glasses, with gowning up and gowning down procedures at the start and end of work periods. The dress code includes closed-toe tennis shoes (not flats), work pants or jeans, and a plain shirt. Personal appearance standards do not allow facial piercings, nail polish, fake nails, or makeup, with limited exceptions for a single stud earring and a religious necklace worn under a T-shirt. Comfort mats are provided to support standing for the entire shift. First shift runs from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and second shift runs from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with three openings on each shift. Team members must be open to working one Saturday per month for overtime as needed. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and teamwork, with shared housekeeping duties such as daily sweeping and twice-weekly mopping.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $18.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
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):
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