Cleanroom Technician

Job Title: Cleanroom Technician (Entry Level)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Cleanroom Technician to join our team. In this role, you will operate molding, assembly, or packaging equipment according to product specifications. You will be responsible for packaging and labeling products per customer requirements and performing visual inspections to ensure product quality. The position is available for night shifts from 6pm to 6am, as well as day shifts from 6am to 6pm. Training will be provided during the first week from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding, assembly, or packaging equipment as required per product specifications.

• Package and label product according to customer specifications.

• Perform visual inspection to identify defects and confirm product meets customer specifications.

• Report identified visual defects to Cell Leader.

• Enter daily production and scrap data into BMS.

• Complete production and workstation documentation as required.

• Move products to designated areas in WIP/airlocks.

• Order components through SAP from warehouse and scan WIP components with RF gun.

• Supply assembly machines with components.

• Complete LRPs, including opening and closing lots, ensuring all paperwork is mistake-free.

• Maintain clean workspace and 5S standards in work area daily, weekly, and monthly.

• Participate in Lean projects and suggest process improvements.

• Support and maintain all company policies, including ISO standards, health and safety requirements, continuous improvement, GMP, and standard work procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to wear GMP attire.

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

• Ability to stand and be on feet for the entire 12 hours.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Operating experience.

• Assembly experience.

• GMP experience.

Why Work Here?

This role offers long-term and permanent opportunities with potential advancement to a level 4 pay grade. A 10% shift premium is available for night shifts, providing a competitive compensation package. Join us for a chance to be part of a company that values growth and career advancement.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a cleanroom setting, where adherence to GMP attire is required. Our facilities are located in Buffalo Grove and Vernon Hills, with a new site in Libertyville. We are a contract manufacturer specializing in products for the medical industry, offering a dynamic and professional atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.45/hr.

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 Buffalo Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 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.