Position Summary

The Bead Blaster Machine Operator / Clean Room Technician is responsible for operating surface-finishing bead blasting equipment, performing precision cleaning tasks, and maintaining contamination-controlled environments. This role supports manufacturing, production, and quality teams by ensuring components meet strict cleanliness and surface-finish requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Bead Blasting Operations

• Operate bead blasting machines to clean, smooth, or prepare metal, ceramic, or plastic components.
• Load and unload parts, ensuring correct placement to avoid damage.
• Select appropriate media (glass bead, aluminum oxide, etc.) based on job specifications.
• Inspect finished parts for uniform finish, defects, or inconsistencies.
• Adjust machine settings such as pressure, nozzle distance, and blast duration to meet process requirements.
• Maintain blasting equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.

Clean Room Operations

• Work inside ISO-classified clean rooms, following strict contamination-control procedures.
• Perform precision cleaning of components using approved solvents, ultrasonic cleaners, or manual cleaning tools.
• Package, label, and seal cleaned components per cleanliness standards.
• Wear and maintain appropriate clean-room garments (gowns, gloves, masks, goggles).
• Follow material flow protocols to maintain clean room integrity.

Quality & Documentation

• Conduct visual inspections using microscopes or magnification tools.
• Complete process documentation, production logs, and quality checklists accurately.
• Report defects, non-conformances, or equipment issues promptly.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety guidelines consistently.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to company EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) standards.
• Handle media, chemicals, and cleaning solutions safely and correctly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Experience in bead blasting, sandblasting, finishing, or mechanical processing preferred.
• Experience working in ISO-controlled clean room environments is a plus.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and quality procedures.
• Capability to lift 25-50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.