Cleanroom Technician

The Opportunity: Avantor is seeking Cleanroom Technicians for our 2nd and 3rd shift at our Aurora, OH location.


2nd shift: Monday - Friday 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
3rd shift: Sunday - Friday 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

The Cleanroom Technicians will work under close supervision, performs a variety of functions including fabrication, assembly or testing in the production of electrical, mechanical, or other components/devices manufactured or assembled in a clean-room environment. Operates appropriate equipment in performing the functions. Assists in setting up work stations and follows written or verbal process specifications in completing all assignments.

What we're looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School completion or equivalent (GED)

• 0-2 years equivalent experience in production in a cleanroom environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a cleanroom environment

• Experience interpreting engineering drawings

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality

• Ability to be trained on and adhere to all cleanroom protocols

• Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures

• Must be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently

• Must be able to lift 50lbs minimum

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel

• Problem-solving skills

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Works safely within the parameters of and complies with company Work Instructions and policies.

• Weighs and fills chemicals or bulk products in accordance with Production Work Order (PWO).

• Operates production scales, including verifications and calibrations.

• Setup, operate, clean and maintain the following equipment: automatic heat sealer, electronic floor scale, pumps, crusher, auger filling unites, autoclave unites, vibrating filler unites, induction sealing equipment, portable exhaust hood, and other equipment as required.

• Responsible for following cleanroom protocols and cGMPs in order to maintain ISO Class 7 environment.

• Packages finished product for shipping (boxing, labeling) per Work Instructions.

• Handles hazardous materials using all appropriate or mandatory safety gear.

• Sweeps and mops floors and cleans workstation after each product filling.

• Completes documentation in a legible manner; verifies and reviews for accuracy.

• Maintains expected quality and quantity of work.

• Follows cGMP policies and procedures for handling, storage, packing, manufacturing and distributing products.

• Supports co-workers in their job responsibilities and is expected to work as a team player.

• Be an activate participant in the continuous improvement process and follow appropriate change control procedures.

• Instill a "build it right the first time" mentality.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

The work environment characteristics and physical effort described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typically works in a production/clean room environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

The associate is required to stand and walk for the majority of the working day. The physical requirements of the job are for associates to talk, hear, bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb height, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull. Furthermore, the job requires associates to lift/carry/push or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Associates use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating as well as both feet for repetitive movement operating foots controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.


The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.


We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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