Precision Component Cleaning & Materials Handling Technician Fixed-Term

Monarch Quantum•San Diego, CA

11h•$43,680 - $64,480

About The Position

Monarch Quantum is hiring a dependable, detail-oriented technician for a 6-month fixed-term role supporting manufacturing operations. The position combines warehouse and materials-handling work with specialized cleaning and preparation of precision components used in advanced manufacturing. The technician prepares, cleans, inspects, and packages components while following work instructions and contamination-control procedures, and also supports material receiving, staging, distribution, inventory, shipping, and related warehouse activities. The role may be extended beyond six months. The schedule is 12:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Sunday. The expected pay range is $21–$31 per hour. Access to export-controlled information requires the employee to be a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
Experience with material handling, inventory management, or warehouse operations.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and safety documentation.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
Basic computer proficiency and experience with inventory or ERP systems.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), because the position requires access to export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating ultrasonic cleaning equipment.
Experience cleaning precision-machined components, vacuum hardware, optics, semiconductor components, aerospace parts, medical devices, or other high-value precision assemblies.
Experience performing precision cleaning to contamination-control standards, including particulate-free handling, solvent cleaning and degreasing, deionized-water rinsing, cleanroom or controlled-environment manufacturing practices, and drying and packaging processes that maintain component cleanliness.
Familiarity with cleanliness standards such as ASTM, IPC, or other documented contamination-control specifications.
Experience documenting cleaning processes and maintaining traceability records.
Experience working within an ISO 9001 or similar quality management system.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized manufacturing processes.
Safety-conscious, disciplined approach to contamination control.
Pride in maintaining clean, organized work areas and carefully handling high-value components.

Responsibilities

Prepare, clean, and package precision-machined components according to established work instructions.
Operate ultrasonic cleaning equipment and associated cleaning processes for precision components.
Perform precision cleaning using approved solvents, detergents, and deionized water rinses while following contamination-control procedures.
Handle components using particulate-free techniques and appropriate personal protective equipment to prevent contamination or damage.
Inspect cleaned components for cleanliness, damage, and quality before releasing them to production.
Package cleaned components using approved methods to maintain cleanliness during storage and transport.
Receive, inspect, stage, and distribute materials to support production.
Maintain accurate inventory through material transactions and inventory-control procedures.
Maintain clean, organized workstations and support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with shipping, receiving, stocking, inventory transactions, and cycle counting as needed.
Follow quality standards, safety procedures, and company policies.