Operator-EO

Reporting to the Process Supervisor or Manager Operations, the Operator is responsible for monitoring the system which includes observing pressure, temperature and relative humidity measurements on charts or computer monitors. Ensures that product is moved through the facility at the appropriate times.

Responsibilities

• Monitors system which includes:
  • Observing pressure, temperature and relative humidity measurements on charts or computer monitors.
  • Turning valves and adjusting controls to ensure the safe operation of the equipment.
  • Observing sterilizers and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and assisting with repairs as needed.
  • Documenting and recording process readings.
  • Reports any damaged product to the Shift Supervisor or Process Supervisor.
  • Reports system problems to the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Technician.
• Performs some daily and weekly equipment preventative maintenance tasks and may assist Maintenance as required.
• Stores and removes chemicals used in processing in accordance with established procedures and laws.
• Participates on plant safety committees and follows all established safety rules and regulations.
• Assists with other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
• SUPERVISION GIVEN: Oversees the work of Process Assistant Operators

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working in a sterilization environment desired.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Must be willing to work established shifts.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform repetitive bending and lifting motions over a period of time.
• Must have forklift driving experience.
• Computer skills desired.

Special Requirements

• Experience with a company using EO sterilization of products is desirable
• Must be medically approved for respirator use
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120F and 60% RH for 20 minutes)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.

VEVRAA Federal ContractorThe name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health®. Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year. Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 8 of the top 10 global pharmaceutical companies.

Sotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses – Sterigenics®, Nordion® and Nelson Labs®. Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Learn more about Sotera Health at soterahealth.com.