Process Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Process Engineering Technician
Location: Milpitas, CA
Hire Type: Contract to hire
Shift : 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Compensation: $32/h
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

OverviewWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Process Technician to support manufacturing operations in a cleanroom environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with cross-functional teams, and helping drive production processes forward.Rather than being heavily focused on equipment maintenance, this position serves as a key link between engineering, operations, and production teams. The ideal candidate is proactive, curious, and comfortable communicating technical information in a way that is easy for others to understand.Key Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing processes and help ensure production runs efficiently.
• Act as a liaison between multiple departments, communicating technical information clearly.
• Monitor processes, identify issues, and proactively report concerns or opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving to keep production moving.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, including gowning procedures and contamination control requirements.
• Learn new processes and procedures quickly while adapting to changing priorities.
• Utilize computer systems and software to document activities and support production operations.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to improve overall process performance.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment and following gowning procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple teams.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to ask questions.
• Process-oriented with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable using computers and learning new software (Windows, Linux, or similar operating systems).
• Open to training and eager to learn new technologies and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to adapt in an environment where processes may evolve over time.

What We're Looking For

• Someone who is naturally curious and enjoys solving problems.
• A team player who isn't afraid to speak up when issues arise.
• A proactive individual who can keep processes moving while supporting manufacturing operations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical teams.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.