Technician 3, Contamination

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital, WD, WD_BLACK, and SanDisk Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

The Contamination Control Technician is responsible for ensuring a controlled cleanroom environment by executing contamination monitoring and control measures across cleanroom areas, tools, and processes. This includes conducting environmental surveys and buy-offs, sampling equipment and process materials, handling cleanroom indirect materials, and enforcing cleanroom protocols. The technician plays a key role in maintaining contamination-free operations that support production, quality, and regulatory standards.

These job duties and responsibilities may be altered by the company from time to time to meet the business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform cleanroom environmental surveys and area buy-offs, including Filter Fan Unit surface velocity and leak scan, airborne particle counts and surface contamination sampling.
• Conduct routine and event-driven sampling of equipment, process tools, and materials to verify cleanliness and ensure compliance with contamination control standards.
• Measure and analyze process samples to monitor for potential particulate or molecular contamination.
• Execute routine buy-off sampling activities to qualify cleanroom areas and equipment for operational use.
• Enforce and support cleanroom protocol compliance, including gowning procedures, personnel behavior, and contamination prevention practices.
• Handle and sample cleanroom indirect materials to ensure they meet contamination control requirements before entry into controlled environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, sampling results, and buy-off records in accordance with SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support investigations, resolve contamination issues, and drive continuous improvement in contamination control practices.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical certification in environmental science, cleanroom technology, or related field preferred.

PREFERRED:

• 1–3 years in contamination control, cleanroom operations, or environmental monitoring in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or biotech industries.
• Ability to work in cleanroom gowning for extended periods
• Work on-shift, weekends, or overtime may be required depending on production needs
• Good communication skill and teamwork.
• Knowledge of ISO 14644 cleanroom standards and contamination control practices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following protocols

SKILLS

• Microsoft office (e.g: Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Oracle ERP system
• Particle counters and air sampler operation.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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