Cleanroom Technician - Medical Device - $24.61/hr
Job Description
As a Cleanroom Technician on the Lightspeed team, you support rapid development projects by assembling and processing medical device components in a cleanroom environment. You follow detailed work instructions, complete small-batch and proto@type builds, and provide clear feedback on build performance and process improvements. You work on multiple projects each week, often with unique builds, while performing precise measurements, inspections, and documentation in alignment with quality management system requirements.
Responsibilities
Follow written, verbal, and drawing-based work instructions to assemble panels for medical devices and laser process components.
Execute rapid development and proto@type builds for multiple projects each week, ensuring accuracy and consistency for each unique build.
Perform micro laser ablation, measurement, and inspection of arterial stents according to established procedures.
Carry out micro laser etching of dental implant parts while maintaining strict quality and cleanliness standards.
Inspect parts for quality, defects, and conformance using microscopes and other inspection tools.
Use measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions and tolerances of parts.
Document all work accurately within the quality management system, including completing job travelers and certificates of conformance.
Sign off on travelers, create and apply labels for parts, and ensure traceability and proper documentation for each job.
Provide feedback to the team on build processes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement based on hands-on experience.
Operate different production and laser-related machines safely and efficiently within a cleanroom environment.
Work independently to manage assigned tasks, prioritize workload, and meet project timelines.
Participate in required training, including an initial training period on first shift, and apply learned procedures to daily work.
Support occasional overtime needs, including staying late or working some Saturdays on a voluntary basis.
Essential Skills
At least 4 years of experience in medical device production.
Proven ability to operate independently in a production or cleanroom environment.
Hands-on experience with assembly of medical device components or similar precision products.
Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring equipment for dimensional inspection.
Experience performing quality assurance and inspection tasks, including defect identification and documentation.
Comfort working with microscopes for detailed inspection and measurement.
Ability to operate different machines used in medical device or cleanroom production.
Experience documenting work within a quality management system (QMS), including travelers and related records.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement, inspection, and documentation.
Ability to follow detailed written, verbal, and drawing-based instructions.
Capability to lift up to 20 lbs and perform tasks while sitting for most of the day, with the option to stand as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment, preferably in medical devices.
Familiarity with micro laser processing, such as ablation and etching, for small precision components.
Background in working on both volume manufacturing and research and development (R&D) projects.
Comfort working on multiple, rapidly changing projects and adapting to new build requirements.
Strong communication skills for providing clear feedback on build processes and outcomes.
Organized approach to data entry, labeling, and documentation to ensure full traceability.
Commitment to completing a two-week training period on first shift prior to moving to the regular shift.
Why Work Here?
You join a small, focused medical device site that offers the stability and resources of a larger organization, giving you exposure to both volume manufacturing and innovative R&D work. You gain hands-on experience with advanced cleanroom and laser technologies while contributing directly to products that support healthcare. The environment values precision, continuous learning, and cross-functional collaboration, offering opportunities to broaden your skills and grow your career in a highly specialized field. Voluntary overtime options provide additional flexibility for those who want to increase their earnings while maintaining work-life balance.
Work Environment
This role is based in a medical device cleanroom manufacturing environment, working primarily with precision components such as arterial stents and dental implant parts. The position is on second shift, typically from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with an extra 30 minutes of paid time included to provide an 8-hour paid day. A shift differential applies for working the second shift. You must complete approximately two weeks of training on first shift before transitioning to your regular schedule. Work is performed mostly while seated at cleanroom workstations equipped with chairs, though you may stand as needed. You should be comfortable lifting up to 20 lbs as part of routine tasks. The cleanroom environment requires adherence to strict cleanliness and procedural standards, and you may occasionally work voluntary overtime by staying late or working some Saturdays. You will regularly use microscopes, calipers, micrometers, and various production and laser machines as part of daily operations.
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 $24.61 - $24.61/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 San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 27, 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):
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.
