Title: Materials Coordinator (Optics Clean Room)
Pay Rate or Salary Range: $38.00 - $43.00/hr DOE
Benefits include health dental and vision (eligible on the 1st of the month following your start date).
Employment Type: Contract 2 years
Est. End Date: 10/19/2027
Schedule: Swing Shift Monday - Friday 2pm - 10:30pm
***Training will occur on day shift 6am - 2:30pm for about 3 weeks
Location: Santa Clara CA
Job Code: JPC-11509
Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Material Coordinator (Optics Cleanroom) to work on-site with our client a top-tier Fortune 500 electronics company. As a W2 employee you will have access to health benefits.
Job Description: Material Coordinator (Optics Cleanroom)
Summary
We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Material Coordinator to join our optics assemblies production team. This individual will be responsible for managing the inventory handling and distribution of delicate optical components and related materials within a strict cleanroom environment. The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail experience with inventory management systems and a strong understanding of cleanroom protocols to ensure the integrity of our high-precision optical assemblies.
Key Responsibilities
- Inventory Management: Accurately receive inspect and stock incoming optical components consumables and mechanical components. Maintain precise inventory records using an ERP system (e.g. Oracle) and perform regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
- Material Handling & Kitting: Prepare and deliver complete contamination-free production kits to assembly technicians according to the production schedule. Handle clean and package sensitive optics (lenses mirrors prisms) following established procedures to prevent scratches particulates or other damage.
- Cleanroom Control: Adhere rigorously to all cleanroom protocols including proper gowning procedures material entry/exit logs and contamination control measures. Monitor and maintain the stock of cleanroom bulk items.
- Documentation & Tracking: Maintain detailed records of material movements kit issues and inventory levels. Use a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to track WIPs and ensure full traceability of all components used in assemblies.
- Coordination & Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the planning purchasing quality and production departments to resolve any material shortages discrepancies or quality issues promptly. Communicate material status updates to production supervisors to prevent line-down situations.
Qualifications and Skills
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; an Associates degree in a technical field is a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in material handling or inventory control preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Direct experience working in a cleanroom (ISO Class 5-7) is strongly preferred.
- Experience handling fragile high-value components such as optics electronics or semiconductors is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with MRP/ERP software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word).
Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong understanding of inventory control principles (FIFO cycle counting).
- Ability to see small engraving on optical parts
- Excellent communication skills to effectively coordinate with multiple teams.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
- The role is performed primarily within a certified cleanroom environment.
- Must be able to wear required cleanroom attire (bunny suit hood gloves booties) for extended periods.
- Must be comfortable with no make up or perfume at work due to cleanroom requirements
- The position may require standing or sitting for long durations.
- Must be comfortable working with chemicals and cleaning agents (IPA/Acetone) used for precision cleaning of optical components.
- Candidate must have extensive cleanroom experience