Title: Etch Process Tech III Date: Feb 27, 2026 Location: South El Monte, US, 91733 Company: VACCO Industries Pay Range: $21.07 - $28.23 SUMMARY: Etch Process Tech III Full Time The primary responsibility of this position is to operate precision etching equipment, and meet production goals on a consistent basis.
Team members in this position must also adhere to Environmental, Health and Safety Standards.
Your role and responsibilities: * Operate chemical etching equipment in accordance with operating procedures.
* Maintain compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety Standards.
* Work directly with Engineering Department to develop new operating procedures to support introduction of new product lines to the production floor.
* Participate in end of shift turnovers with ability to effectively communicate.
* Must operate equipment (for example, pumps, GLV's, filter presses, pan filters, reactors, valves, pH probes, ovens, forklifts, etc.) independently after initial training is complete.
* Responsible for understanding basic chemical reactions and properties of chemicals within the work area.
* Responsible for handling and processing Hazardous Waste as required within the work area.
* Read and interpret mechanical drawings.
* Operate precision inspection equipment, and record results.
* At times may be required to wear hearing protection, and half-mask respirator, and other forms of PPE.
* Support other production areas and departments as needed to meet company-wide goals.
What is required for this role: * HS Diploma or equivalent.
* 5+ years experience in advanced chemical or machine operator roles.
* Willingness to take on the role of production lead.
* Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate workflow with different production areas.
* Ability to process and follow verbal directions and written instructions.
* Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell.
* Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
* Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
* May be assigned shifts that include evening, nights and/or weekend days.
* Able to successfully complete a background check, and pre-employment drug screen.
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles