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. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today! UCT is looking for a talented Technician I to join us in Scarborough, ME. The Cleanroom Technician I supports cleanroom operations by performing chemical and manual cleaning processes to ensure parts meet quality, safety, and process requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process parts utilizing both chemical and manual cleaning methods.
• May perform 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.
• Follow all policies and directions for safe use of and proper disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Participate in and adhere to the safety program and complete various pieces of training.
• Organize tasks efficiently, manage time effectively, and report achieved task goals.
• Maintain a high degree of safety and environmental awareness through safe work habits.
• Seek to advance skills and learn new processes.
• Other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma/GED or related field preferred.
• AA degree in a technical field or some college preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 1 year experience in manufacturing processes or materials (minimum).
• 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 is a major plus.
• High‑Tech or Semiconductor experience.

Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office and cleanroom environment, with frequent interruptions and the need to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull, and grasp.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift up to 40 lb 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.

Environmental Exposure

Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable. May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.

Travel

Work may require out‑of‑town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).