Cleanroom Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Cleanroom Technician

Job Description

Join a precision-focused fabrication team that designs and produces multilayer insulation blankets for aerospace, cryogenic, and defense applications. As a Cleanroom Technician, you will support industrial sewing and fabrication activities, work in a cleanroom environment, and play a key role in documentation, inspection, and assembly processes that meet strict quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Sew heavy canvas and related materials using industrial sewing machines and other fabrication equipment.
• Read and interpret shop prints, blueprints, and measurements to cut materials to the correct size and specifications.
• Perform accurate measurements using rulers and other measuring tools to ensure proper fit and alignment of materials.
• Document all work performed in accordance with ISO and quality system requirements, maintaining detailed and accurate records.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, including proper gowning procedures with bonnet, smock, booties, veil, beard guard (as applicable), and cleanroom gloves.
• Support inspection activities to verify product quality, dimensions, and adherence to specifications.
• Assist with assembly and fabrication of multilayer insulation blankets and related components for aerospace and cryogenic applications.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail when working with shop prints, inspection criteria, and documentation.
• Operate sewing machines, industrial sewing machines, and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members and trainers, follow instructions, and communicate clearly in English to ensure effective training and workflow.
• Adhere to cleanroom, GMP, and quality standards while working in temperature-controlled and organized production areas.
• Lift and move materials up to 25 pounds as needed to support production and assembly tasks.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3+ months of sewing experience preferred, or at least 6 months of manufacturing experience (commercial, industrial, or personal).
• At least 6 months of experience in inspection, assembly, or working with high levels of documentation.
• Ability to pass reading, English, and math assessments.
• Ability to read a ruler and perform basic measurements accurately.
• Capability to lift up to 25 pounds safely and repeatedly during the workday.
• Ability to read and understand shop prints and blueprints; 6 months to 1 year of blueprint reading experience is preferred.
• Strong English communication skills, including the ability to speak, understand, and follow instructions for effective training.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and quality inspection.
• Willingness to learn industrial sewing and cleanroom procedures with on-the-job training.
• GED or high school diploma preferred but not required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Cleanroom experience and familiarity with gowning procedures is a significant plus.
• Experience in medical assembly, medical device manufacturing, or GMP environments is beneficial.
• Experience in quality inspection, documentation, and inspection processes is advantageous.
• Experience operating industrial sewing machines, knitting machines, or similar textile equipment is helpful.
• Comfort working in organized, ISO-focused environments with documented processes and inspections.
• Demonstrated good work history and willingness to work hard and contribute positively to the team.
• Ability to adapt to both first shift (Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) and second shift (Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.) schedules, depending on business needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that promotes from within and invests in long-term employee success. Employees receive a hire-on bonus after completing a contract-to-hire period, automatic contributions to a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, and three weeks of paid time off. Every year, team members are recognized with an anniversary bonus, and the culture encourages working hard while having fun in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a modern, beautiful, and well-organized facility in Farmington with a clean, temperature-controlled production area. You will work in and around cleanroom environments, including full gowning areas and other controlled spaces, following strict cleanliness and documentation standards. Depending on assignment, you may work on first shift (Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) or second shift (Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.). Cleanroom attire includes gloves, hair net, smock, bonnet, booties, veil, beard guard as applicable, and cleanroom gloves. The environment emphasizes a balance of working hard and enjoying work, with a focus on teamwork, quality, and safety.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmington, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Farmington,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.