Cleanroom Technician I (2nd Shift)

About the role

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT—as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations.

The Cleanroom Technician I supports cleanroom operations by performing chemical and manual cleaning processes to ensure parts meet quality, safety, and process requirements. This role follows established SOPs, Lean manufacturing practices, and safety protocols while operating equipment and handling hazardous chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Process parts utilizing both chemical and manual cleaning methods, including receiving, processing, wiping, scrubbing, masking, chemical processing, machine operating, etching, blasting, coating, drying, baking, and other processes as needed.
• Follow all SOPs, Lean manufacturing processes, company policies, and practices.
• Complete training on assigned processes.
• Perform daily organization and upkeep of assigned process area.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and training programs.
• Handle hazardous chemicals correctly and safely, following all policies and directions for safe use and proper disposal.
• Participate in and adhere to the safety program, completing required training.
• Maintain exceptional skills in organizing tasks, efficiently managing time, and reporting achieved task goals.
• Maintain a high degree of safety and environmental awareness through safe work habits.
• Seek to advance skills and learn new processes.
• Take SPC measurements and log data.
• Other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or related field preferred; AA degree in a technical field or some college preferred.
• 1-year experience in manufacturing processes or materials; 3+ years of hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience in parts cleaning and coating technologies is desired.
• Kaizen or Lean training is a major plus.
• Media blast experience.
• Quality Assurance experience.
• Previous experience in the parts cleaning industry or high-tech/semiconductor industry is a major plus.

Skills

• Ability to handle repetitive work and provide fast turn-around on production related to masking, wiping, and processing parts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including some weekend and evening work.
• Must be able to wear work area gowning: hairnet and frock.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of safety and environmental awareness through safe work habits and 6S.

Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works primarily in a cleanroom environment; may involve exposure to moderate noise levels from equipment.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Work may require out-of-town travel depending on assignment (training and meetings).

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull, and grasp.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift up to 40 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Work with hazardous chemicals daily.
• Must be able to read and comprehend directions.
• Must be able to hear and speak to communicate with co-workers; accommodations can be made for emergency alerts for deaf employees.