Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description
This entry-level manufacturing role focuses on cleaning and maintaining large industrial machinery used in crystal growing and semiconductor manufacturing. You follow complex, detailed procedures and documentation to safely clean equipment, manage graphite part replacement, and complete machine clean records and daily 5S tasks accurately and on time. The position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to strict safety and quality standards, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Responsibilities
Follow complex, detailed procedures and documentation to complete daily cleaning of large industrial machinery without damage and within established timelines.
Perform thorough cleaning of equipment and surrounding areas to meet clean room 5S standards, ensuring a highly organized and contamination-controlled work area.
Manage graphite part replacement, including handling, tracking, and documenting parts used during machine maintenance and cleaning activities.
Review daily machine clean lists and create a schedule for when various cleans and maintenance tasks are required, prioritizing work to meet production needs.
Use a computer keyboard and software tools to input data, track work, and complete computerized forms related to graphite part replacement and machine cleaning.
Continuously monitor and verify that all data, setups, and processes meet quality and area requirements during each step, after each process, and before moving to the next step.
Understand and follow product specifications, Standard Work Procedures (SWPs), Response Flow Charts (RFCs), control charts, and other documentation related to assigned processes.
Report and take action to prevent or stop variations, errors, or lapses in quality, ensuring that quality issues are promptly reported, corrected, and not repeated.
Identify and communicate suggestions for process and safety improvements to supervisors or appropriate personnel.
Apply basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and compute percentages and decimals using a calculator for production and quality-related tasks.
Understand and follow all safety regulations, including proper use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and recognition of danger points in the process.
Immediately report all on-the-job accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions, and request guidance or training when needed to ensure a safe work environment.
Use Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures to ensure machines are properly de-energized when required for cleaning, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
Operate lift equipment to safely load, unload, raise, lower, and transport materials, products, and other equipment as part of the cleaning and production process.
Complete training on various handling tools for heavy parts and apply that training to safely move, lift, and position components.
Move, lift, and open boxes filled with graphite parts weighing approximately 10 to 200 pounds, using proper techniques and equipment.
Push carts on wheels weighing between approximately 20 pounds and up to approximately 275 pounds to transport materials within the facility.
Cut open, lift, and move bags containing approximately 11 pounds of poly silicon rock pieces up to about 300 times during a 12-hour shift.
Move an average of 4,400 pounds of material within a 12-hour period twice (loading and unloading), using appropriate tools and equipment.
Exert pressure on robotic equipment buttons to stop, start, and command movements or actions as required by the cleaning and production processes.
Lift and move objects from low to higher positions or horizontally from place to place, including while kneeling, bending, or crouching as tasks require.
Perform repetitive motions such as grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift while handling parts and operating tools.
Stand, walk, and frequently use stairs for extended periods during 12-hour shifts in a busy production environment.
Work overtime when required for on-call coverage, vacations, absences, or other mandatory coverage needs.
Use close visual inspection within arm's length to safely inspect equipment and parts, identify errors or defects, and verify data and documentation.
Prepare, analyze, and interpret data through extensive reading and visual inspection of small parts, fabrication details, words, and numbers.
Operate basic office and communication equipment such as calculators, copiers, scanners, cell phones, and telephones to support production and documentation tasks.
Communicate effectively in English with management and coworkers, both verbally and in writing, to clarify instructions, report issues, and coordinate work.
Read, comprehend, and explain instructions, procedures, technical and informational manuals, reports, and correspondence for yourself and others.
Work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment, supporting production, quality, and safety objectives.
Maintain strong organization, time management, and prioritization to handle multiple tasks and meet production schedules.
Essential Skills
Ability to work safely and effectively in a magnetic field work environment, including medical clearance if foreign metal objects or metallic/electronic medical devices are present.
Comfort working around hazardous or volatile chemicals while following strict safety protocols and procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, and frequently use stairs for long periods during 12-hour shifts.
Capability to move, lift, and handle materials and boxes weighing approximately 10 to 200 pounds using proper techniques and equipment.
Ability to push carts weighing from approximately 20 pounds up to about 275 pounds within the facility.
Strength and stamina to move an average of 4,400 pounds of material within a 12-hour period twice (loading and unloading).
Ability to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects during a 12-hour shift.
Comfort performing repetitive motions such as grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.
Ability to kneel, bend, crouch, and lift parts while using hand tools in these positions as tasks require.
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and computation of percentages and decimals using a calculator.
Basic computer skills, including accurate use of a computer, keyboard, and monitor, and familiarity with software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email, or similar tools.
Ability to operate common office equipment such as calculators, copiers, scanners, cell phones, and telephones.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with management and coworkers.
Ability to read, comprehend, and explain instructions, procedures, technical manuals, reports, and other written materials.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in following complex procedures, documenting work, and verifying data.
Ability to understand and follow product specifications, Standard Work Procedures (SWPs), Response Flow Charts (RFCs), control charts, and related process documentation.
Commitment to safety, including understanding and following all safety regulations and protocols.
Basic safety knowledge, including familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and recognition of danger points in the process.
Ability to use Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) systems to ensure machinery is properly de-energized when required.
Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced production setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience or interest in manufacturing operations, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing quality.
Exposure to or interest in crystal growing and semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and maintain focus in a busy production environment.
Proven attention to detail and a detail-oriented approach to quality assurance and processing work.
Ability to work in a team-oriented setting, supporting colleagues and contributing to shared goals.
Capability to handle somewhat dirty and loud machinery environments while maintaining safety and productivity.
Willingness to learn and follow strict safety protocols and quality standards.
Comfort with multi-tasking across production, cleaning, documentation, and quality checks.
Basic qualification of math and computer skills suitable for entry-level manufacturing work.
Why Work Here?
You join a structured, safety-focused manufacturing environment where your work directly supports advanced crystal growing and semiconductor processes. The schedule provides predictable 12-hour day shifts on a compressed workweek, allowing extended periods of time off while maintaining full-time hours. You benefit from clear procedures, thorough training, and strong emphasis on teamwork, organization, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to build solid manufacturing experience, develop technical and safety skills, and grow within a disciplined, quality-driven production culture.
Work Environment
You work a 12-hour day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on a compressed workweek schedule that alternates between 3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off, which includes working every other weekend and potential additional overtime when needed. The environment is an active manufacturing facility with somewhat dirty conditions, loud machinery, and very strict safety protocols. You work in and around magnetic field areas and may be exposed to hazardous or volatile chemicals, with medical clearance required if certain metallic or electronic medical devices or foreign metal objects are present. You use computers and software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and email, as well as calculators, copiers, scanners, cell phones, and telephones. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory in the production area, including safety glasses, nitrile gloves, protective sleeves, face shield, and composite toe safety shoes. Additional PPE gowning is required in various areas, such as clean room suits, coveralls, two-piece uniforms, or smocks, and earplugs are optional. Depending on the task, you may also use cotton or cut-resistant gloves. You frequently stand, walk, and climb stairs, and you perform significant material handling, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift. The facility follows clean room 5S standards, emphasizing cleanliness, organization, and visual order in the workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $21.28/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 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 Vancouver,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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