Cleanroom Technician

Battelle • Columbus, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle is seeking a full-time Cleanroom Technician for its Microfabrication group in Columbus, Ohio. The role supports precision manufacturing operations in a highly controlled cleanroom environment by processing production and development parts through cleaning, photolithography, and inspection, and preparing parts for quality inspection. The technician also performs routine cleaning and maintenance of work areas and equipment to support a safe, compliant cleanroom environment.

The position involves following detailed quality, process, and safety procedures; documenting processing parameters and results; identifying process issues; and contributing to process improvement, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and repair. The role requires working with chemicals and specialized cleanroom attire and protocols, including yellow-light conditions. The stated salary range is $50,000–$60,000 per year. The position is located in Columbus, Ohio; the posting also describes Battelle’s flexibility model, which may allow a hybrid arrangement depending on team and position needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma with applicable experience.
• Experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom, wear specialized cleanroom attire, follow cleanroom protocols, and operate under yellow-light conditions.
• Comfort working with and safely handling chemicals.
• Experience using a microscope and operating instruments, sensors, and calibrated equipment.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new information and skills, including verbal and written instructions related to safety, chemical handling, and photolithography processing.
• Accuracy and attention to detail, meticulous work habits, and neat, legible record keeping.
• Strong math and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and complete assigned work on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Strong work ethic, including attendance, organization, and team collaboration.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and manually lift up to 35 pounds.
• Authorization to work in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in engineering technology or an applied science field.
• Knowledge of photolithographic processes and techniques.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Experience with safe work practice protocols, including chemical handling procedures.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 quality system environment.
• At least 2 years of work experience in a related field.
• Experience with equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to technical planning for project work, including recommending, testing, and implementing improved methods and processes.
• Identify and document process issues and participate in problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
• Follow written quality, process, and safety procedures to meet precise standards and strict tolerances.
• Accurately document process parameters and data and maintain records in manufacturing and nonconformance databases.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of work areas to support a compliant cleanroom environment.
• Contribute to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks.
• Process production and development parts through cleaning, photolithography, and inspection processes, and prepare parts for quality inspection.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits.
• Optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, with a 5% employer contribution for most employees regardless of employee contribution, plus matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.
• Compressed work schedule for most team members, with every other Friday off.
• Flexible work arrangements; the described model allows 60% in-office and 40% remote, subject to team and position needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED