Production Support (CZ)

Production Support (CZ)

Part-Time - Night Shift

Vancouver, WA

Job Description

This entry-level manufacturing role focuses on supporting production operations by carefully following detailed procedures and documentation to clean large industrial machinery, manage graphite part replacement, and maintain accurate machine clean records. You ensure all work meets strict safety, quality, and 5S standards while working in a magnetic field environment and around complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The position is part-time on the night shift, requiring strong attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Follow complex, detailed procedures and documentation to complete daily cleaning of large industrial machinery safely, accurately, and on time.

• Manage graphite part replacement, including handling, moving, and tracking graphite components according to established process requirements.

• Complete all machine clean records and maintain daily 5S standards for assigned areas to meet clean room and production requirements.

• Review daily machine clean lists and create a schedule to ensure all required cleans are performed at the appropriate times.

• Use a computer and keyboard to input data, track work, and complete computerized forms related to graphite part replacement and equipment cleaning.

• Continuously monitor and verify that all data, setups, and processes meet quality and area requirements during and after each process step.

• Understand and follow product specifications, Standard Work Procedures (SWPs), Response Flow Charts (RFCs), control charts, and other process documentation.

• Report and take action to prevent or stop variations, errors, or lapses in quality, ensuring issues are identified, documented, corrected, and not repeated.

• Identify and communicate suggestions for process and safety improvements to supervisors or appropriate personnel.

• Apply basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and computation of percentages and decimals using a calculator.

• Understand and follow all safety regulations, including proper use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and awareness of danger points in the process.

• Immediately report all on-the-job accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions, and request guidance or training to maintain a safe work environment.

• Use Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures to ensure machinery is properly de-energized when required.

• Perform visual inspections of equipment and parts using close vision to identify defects, errors, and quality issues within arms length.

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret data through extensive reading and visual inspection of small parts, fabrication details, words, and numbers.

• Operate lift equipment to load, unload, raise, lower, and transport materials, products, and other equipment safely.

• Move, lift, and open boxes filled with graphite parts weighing approximately 10200 pounds each, using proper handling tools and techniques.

• Push carts on wheels weighing approximately 20275 pounds and move an average of 4,400 pounds of material within a 12-hour period twice (loading and unloading).

• Cut open, lift, and move approximately 11 pounds of poly silicon rock pieces in a bag up to about 300 times during a 12-hour shift.

• Exert up to and in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects while walking, standing, and working throughout the shift.

• Lift and raise objects from low to higher positions and move objects horizontally from place to place as required by the process.

• Work in kneeling, bending, and crouching positions, including lifting parts and using hand tools while in these positions.

• Perform repetitive motions such as grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling during material handling and cleaning tasks.

• Complete training on various handling tools for heavy parts and apply this training in daily operations.

• Perform cleaning tasks on equipment and surrounding areas to meet clean room 5S standards, ensuring a well-organized and safe workspace.

• Communicate effectively in English with management and co-workers, both verbally and in writing, to understand and explain instructions, procedures, and reports.

• Collaborate in a team-oriented environment, supporting production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations.

• Work overtime when required to support on-call needs, vacation coverage, absences, and other mandatory coverage requirements.

Essential Skills

• Ability to follow complex, detailed manufacturing procedures and documentation accurately.

• Capability to work safely in a magnetic field environment, including medical clearance if any metallic or electronic medical devices or foreign metal objects are present in the body.

• Comfort working around hazardous and volatile chemicals with strict adherence to safety protocols.

• Physical ability to stand, walk, and frequently use stairs for long periods during a 12-hour shift.

• Ability to move, lift, and open boxes filled with graphite parts weighing approximately 10200 pounds each.

• Ability to push carts weighing between approximately 20 pounds and 275 pounds.

• Ability to cut open, lift, and move approximately 11 pounds of poly silicon rock pieces repeatedly (up to about 300 times per 12-hour shift).

• Ability to move an average of 4,400 pounds of material within a 12-hour period twice (loading and unloading).

• Capacity to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

• Ability to work in kneeling, bending, and crouching positions while lifting parts and using hand tools.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions including grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.

• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and computing percentages and decimals using a calculator.

• Proficiency using a computer, keyboard, and monitor, including software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email, or similar applications.

• Ability to operate common office and communication equipment such as calculators, copiers, scanners, cell phones, and telephones.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English with management and co-workers, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and explain instructions, procedures, technical manuals, informational manuals, reports, and correspondence.

• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance mindset in a production environment.

• Ability to understand and follow safety regulations and procedures, including Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

• Capability to use close vision within arms length (less than 2 feet) to safely perform inspections and identify small defects or errors.

• Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed for on-call support, vacation coverage, and other mandatory coverage.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with manufacturing operations and processes.

• Understanding of manufacturing quality principles and process capability.

• Background or interest in crystal growing and semiconductor manufacturing environments.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a team-oriented mindset.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced production setting.

• Organizational skills to maintain clean, orderly, and compliant work areas in line with 5S standards.

• High level of attention to detail and a detail-oriented approach to processing and documentation.

• Commitment to safety, including strict adherence to safety protocols and willingness to request additional safety training when needed.

• Comfort working in a somewhat dirty, loud environment with large industrial machinery.

• Ability to work well with others and contribute positively to a collaborative manufacturing team.

• Basic computer skills beyond core requirements, including familiarity with data entry and simple reporting.

Work Environment

This is a part-time night shift role from 6:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. with a 1-hour unpaid lunch, working three days per week on an alternating schedule: one week Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (approximately 28.5 hours), and the alternate week Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (approximately 38 hours). The environment is an active manufacturing and semiconductor production area with large industrial machinery, magnetic fields, hazardous and volatile chemicals, and a somewhat dirty and loud atmosphere. You work in production and clean room areas that require strict adherence to safety protocols and 5S standards. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory in the production area, including safety glasses, nitrile gloves, protective sleeves, face shield, and composite toe safety shoes. Other areas may require additional PPE gowning such as clean room suits, coveralls, two-piece uniforms, or smocks; earplugs are optional, and additional PPE such as cotton or cut-resistant gloves may be required depending on the task. You regularly use lift equipment, handling tools for heavy parts, and common office technologies such as computers, calculators, copiers, scanners, and phones. The facility operates under very strict safety procedures, and you must be comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment with loud machinery and rigorous safety and cleanliness expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $21.28/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 Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 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.