Cleanroom Technician

Job Title: Metrology Technician

Job Description

The Metrology Technician plays a key role in supporting process technology teams by running metrology processes, measuring wafers accurately, and ensuring high-quality data collection for subsequent manufacturing steps. This position works on the Back End night shift, from Thursday to Saturday and alternating Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and requires strong attention to detail, adherence to standard operating procedures, and effective communication with shift leadership and engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Run metrology processes to support process technology teams, ensuring accurate and reliable wafer measurements.

• Select and apply the correct metrology recipes to measure wafers appropriately using designated metrology tools.

• Load wafers according to instructions provided by process engineers or technicians and operate metrology equipment safely and efficiently.

• Provide measurement results to Process Technicians promptly after the metrology process is complete.

• Collect and organize data using SharePoint and prepare clear pass-down reports for the next shift and Process Engineers to support subsequent process steps.

• Interact regularly with the shift supervisor to communicate estimated tool release times, shift operations status, abnormal events, and development activities.

• Document all work thoroughly and follow established standard operating procedures at all times.

• Maintain a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and detail in all measurements and documentation.

• Work collaboratively within the Metrology team to provide coverage for metrology tasks across the entire lab.

• Track and report daily activities through verbal and written pass-down to ensure continuity between shifts.

Essential Skills

• Clean room experience and ability to work effectively in a controlled laboratory environment.

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate measurements and thorough documentation, verified through references.

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures consistently and precisely.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills to support clear pass-downs and interaction with supervisors, engineers, and technicians.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in engineering or technical disciplines that supports understanding of semiconductor processes.

• Familiarity with data collection and reporting tools, including SharePoint, for organizing and passing down process information.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently on night shifts while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Interest in long-term career growth within a metrology or semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean room and laboratory environment as part of a dedicated Metrology team that provides coverage for metrology tasks across the entire lab. The position operates on a Back End night shift schedule, working Thursday through Saturday and alternating Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The role offers a long-term engagement with career growth opportunities and access to a benefits package, in a professional setting focused on precision, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tualatin, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Tualatin,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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