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Cleanroom Operator Level I; Entry Level

Job in City of Albany, Albany, Albany County, New York, 12201, USA
Listing for: Ny Creates
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21 USD Hourly USD 21.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Cleanroom Operator Level I (Entry Level)
Location: City of Albany

About NY Creates

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

About

NY Creates

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

Job Description Position Summary, Cleanroom Operator Level I (Entry Level)

The Cleanroom Operator is one of the first people to lay their hands on semiconductors that will change the technology of tomorrow. Armed with a High School Diploma and on the job training, you will receive what is needed to work on technology that the public won't see for five to seven years.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operating equipment in various semiconductor process areas such as photolithography, etch, wet cleans, CVD, PVD, CMP, metrology and others. Write and update operating procedures as needed.
  • Perform inspection, test, minimal repair, troubleshooting and operation of several process tools or tool clusters of a complex nature.
  • May be involved in new tool installation, troubleshooting, and qualification.
  • Will provide technical assistance to operations management and resolve tool problems. Must exhibit self-discipline and be able to work under minimal supervision.
  • Support peak workload periods, recognize and correct any errors or deficiencies.
  • Correct improper operation of equipment and will take corrective action.
  • Accountable for individual results and for the impact of the results on the team. Accuracy, quality and productivity are all required.
  • Accountable for equipment utilization of assigned equipment.
  • Other reasonable duties assigned
Other Essential Functions Include
  • Ability to identify functional problems, take corrective action, & interface with supervisors, engineers & vendors to explain problems
  • Participate in training/mentoring Cleanroom Operators level I, level II and level III staff
  • Participate in the scheduling of other staff to ensure smooth operation of the cleanroom/production line
  • Ensure that MPS's, Controlled Environmental Cleanroom, and Safety guidelines are followed and understood by Cleanroom Operator staff
  • Advanced knowledge and operations of SIVIEW applications
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis throughout shift
  • Must have the ability to work OT as needed.
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications , Cleanroom Operator Level I
  • This position is an entry level position which requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Candidate must have good mechanical skills, excellent computer literacy, including Microsoft word and Excel, possess good written communication skills,
  • Be well organized with attention to detail,
  • Have the ability work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment as well as
  • Be available for overtime work.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Preferred Qualifications , Cleanroom Operator Level I
  • An Associate's degree in a relevant technical field OR equivalent educational and professional experience and training associated in a highly technical/engineering environment.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.

Benefits
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Competitive Pay and PTO
  • Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Basic / Optional Life Insurance
  • Post-Retirement Health Insurance
  • Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
  • Optional employee contributed retirement account.
Location

257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range

$21.00/hr

  • Night Shift receives a shift differential of 15% from…
Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year work experience
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