About this role
Job Title: Production Cleaning TechnicianPay: $18-$22/hrJob DescriptionThe Production Cleaning Technician operates washing and sterilizing equipment to clean, dry, and inspect parts according to customer specifications. This role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness, equipment efficiency, and product quality within a production environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate controls to fill washing and sterilizing tanks with water and steam and regulate temperature in cleaning tanks according to established procedures.
- Load baskets onto conveyors that carry parts through cleaning and sterilizing operations in a safe and efficient manner.
- Hand dry parts as required to meet specific customer cleanliness and quality specifications.
- Examine containers and parts for cleanliness and visible defects such as dents, cracks, or other damage, and report issues as needed.
- Clean and maintain equipment regularly to ensure efficient and reliable operation.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S standards at all times.
- Follow written and verbal instructions, including simple work orders, memos, and production guidelines.
- Work cooperatively with team members and communicate clearly to support smooth production flow.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines, including safe operation around moving mechanical parts and proper lifting techniques.
- Operate a forklift as needed to move materials, parts, or equipment within the facility.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support production and cleaning operations.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or GED, or up to 6 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence as needed for basic documentation and communication.
- Strong communication skills and ability to cooperate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to perform general labor and production tasks in a manufacturing or cleaning environment.
- Capability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds safely.
- Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts and follow established safety procedures.
- Ability to drive and operate a forklift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with production washing processes, including ultrasonic or other cleaning technologies, is beneficial.
- Background in general production, cleaning, or detail-oriented work is an advantage.
- Comfort working in a structured environment that emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and efficiency.
- Attention to detail when inspecting parts and containers for cleanliness and defects.
- Willingness to perform physical tasks such as walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as required by the job.
Why Work Here? This direct-hire opportunity offers stable, consistent work in a structured production environment with clear procedures and expectations. You join a team that values cooperation, clear communication, and attention to detail. The role provides hands-on experience with industrial cleaning and production processes, offering room to grow your skills and build a long-term career in manufacturing. Work EnvironmentThis position is on the 2nd shift, working Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The work takes place in a production facility with washing and sterilizing equipment and moving mechanical parts.
The noise level is usually moderate. The role is physically demanding and regularly requires talking, hearing, sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. You must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Forklift operation is part of the environment, and safety procedures are emphasized throughout the facility. Dress is typical for a production setting, prioritizing safety and practicality.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $45760.00/yr. 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. Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability insurance
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 15, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.
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
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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.