Cleanroom Critical Cleaning Technician in San Jose, California at A1J Technologies LLC

Position Summary

A1J Technologies is seeking a Cleanroom Critical Cleaning Technician to support our precision cleaning and wet processing operations. This role is responsible for cleaning high-precision components in a Class 100 cleanroom environment using controlled processes designed to meet strict customer, industry, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, quality, and handling.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform precision cleaning of components using wet processing and critical cleaning methods in a controlled cleanroom environment
• Follow work instructions, process specifications, and customer requirements to ensure parts meet cleanliness standards
• Handle precision parts carefully to prevent contamination, damage, or mix-ups
• Operate cleaning equipment, tanks, ultrasonic systems, drying equipment, and other related processing tools
• Inspect parts visually and verify cleanliness requirements are met before release to the next operation
• Maintain cleanroom protocols, including proper gowning, material handling, and contamination control practices
• Complete production travelers, cleaning logs, and other required documentation accurately and clearly
• Support packaging of cleaned components in accordance with cleanroom and customer requirements
• Help maintain organization, cleanliness, and readiness of the cleanroom and wet processing areas
• Communicate issues related to quality, process deviations, equipment, or part condition to supervisors or engineering
• Work closely with quality, production, and engineering teams to ensure customer expectations are achieved

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Consistently processes parts to required cleanliness standards
• Maintains strict adherence to cleanroom discipline and process control
• Produces accurate documentation and supports strong traceability
• Helps protect customer parts through careful handling and attention to detail
• Contributes to a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Work Environment

• Controlled clean room environment with strict contamination protocols.
• Standing for extended periods and performing repetitive hand tasks.
• May require overtime or weekend shifts to meet production demands.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Employer Match

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in cleanroom, critical cleaning, wet processing, semiconductor, aerospace, medical device, or precision manufacturing environments preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow defined procedures exactly
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, travelers, and specifications
• Good organizational skills and commitment to quality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy
• Comfortable working with PPE, cleanroom gowning, and chemical cleaning processes
• Ability to stand for extended periods and handle parts and materials carefully

Preferred:

• Experience working in a Class 100 or similar cleanroom environment
• Familiarity with contamination control and clean handling requirements
• Experience with ultrasonic cleaning, chemical baths, rinsing, drying, or passivation-related processes
• Basic understanding of manufacturing quality standards and documentation requirements
• Bilingual in English and Spanish