Operation Tech - Carlsbad, CA

Pay Rate: $28.00/hour
Shift: Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM Pacific Time
Openings: 2
Work Environment: Chemical manufacturing
Physical Requirements: Required pre-placement physical evaluation
Employment Screening: Background check, drug screening, physical evaluation, and respirator fit testing as applicable
Uniform: Provided

The Operations Technician supports chemical manufacturing operations by receiving, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and filling vessels used in the handling of high-purity chemicals. This hands-on role involves chemical handling, equipment maintenance, cleaning, packaging, and documentation while following strict safety and quality procedures.

• Perform manual and automated vessel decontamination.

• Fill and package chemicals according to established procedures.

• Clean and acid-wash stainless steel and quartz vessels.

• Perform nitrogen purging and other decontamination activities.

• Consolidate hazardous waste in accordance with safety and disposal requirements.

• Receive materials and assist with unloading deliveries as needed.

• Assemble vessels using hand tools, technical drawings, and written instructions.

• Inspect vessels and associated documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and system issues.

• Complete data entry and maintain accurate production records.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.

• Follow all chemical handling, PPE, safety, and quality requirements.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Comfort using hand tools, including torque wrenches.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to follow written instructions and established procedures.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

• Previous experience handling industrial chemicals, particularly acids, acetone, and isopropyl alcohol (IPA). Direct acid-handling experience is preferred; bleach experience alone is not equivalent.

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• SAP experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, and SharePoint.

• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and written work instructions.

• Forklift certification preferred. Training and certification may be provided onsite for sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Ability to frequently lift and carry approximately 25–35 pounds.

• Ability to work safely with chemical solvents and corrosive materials.

• Must be clean-shaven where required for proper respirator fit.

• Must be able to wear a full-face air-purifying respirator and other required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Must successfully complete the required pre-placement physical evaluation and applicable respirator fit testing.

• Must comply with all site safety procedures and chemical-handling requirements.

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.