Sr Maintenance Technician

Sotera Health Company; Vlaams-Brabant; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sterigenics U.S. LLC in Belgium seeks a Mechanical and Operations Technician to operate, maintain, and support sterilization equipment, ensuring reliable day-to-day processing and compliant documentation.

You will run cycles, monitor parameters, perform electromechanical troubleshooting, and contribute to process improvements while staying aligned with regulatory requirements. Travel in Belgium may be required and training will be provided on current systems; English is essential and French is a

Qualifications

• 2–3 years post-secondary education (Bachelor level or equivalent) in technical fields, industrial processes, biotechnology, or equivalent.
• English language required; French is nice to have.

Responsabilités

• Operate the sterilization process: cycle initiation, parameter monitoring, loading/unloading.
• Perform electromechanical troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Prepare and finalize Batch Records and maintain traceability.
• Study and implement equipment improvements and investigations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and documentation accuracy.
• React to alarms and document anomalies per procedures.

Connaissances

Electromechanical competence

Excel

PowerPoint

Technical writing

Formation

Bachelor level or equivalent in technical fields

Description du poste

Position Summary

The Mechanical and Operations Technician is a technical resource responsible for operating, maintaining, and supporting new sterilization technologies and equipment within the facility. Responsibilities include executing sterilization cycles, performing electromechanical troubleshooting, monitoring process parameters, and completing batch documentation. The role also supports equipment improvements and technical investigations, while contributing to the reliable day-to-day operation of the processing facility.

Reporting Structure

Technician reports directly to the R&D Director.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve equipment
• Plan and design future equipment
• Participate in investigations in case of deviations or technical issues
• Receive, inspect, and store medical and pharmaceutical products under controlled conditions (e.g., refrigeration)
• Operate the sterilization process: cycle initiation, parameter monitoring, equipment loading/unloading, placement of biological indicators
• Ensure traceability and regulatory compliance throughout all steps of the process
• Participate in writing, reviewing, and updating operational documents (procedures, instructions, checklists)
• Prepare, complete, and finalize Batch Records (BR), considering product specifics and documentation requirements

Specific Responsibilities

• Serve as the internal expert on new technology and stay up to date with technical documentation
• Verify and interpret data
• Keep the equipment operating safely
• Respond effectively to alarms and document anomalies according to current procedures
• Ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance of all documentation related to the sterilization process
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement of mechanical, documentation, and operational practices

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Electromechanical competence
• Basic data management skills (Excel and PowerPoint) – nice to have
• Ability to write and update technical and operational documents

Cross-functional Skills

• Ability to work in a small R&D team
• Proactive mindset
• Reactivity and composure in case of problems or alarms
• Critical thinking skills for reviewing technical documents
• Team spirit and clear communication

Desired Profile

• Education: 2–3 years post-secondary education (Bachelor level or equivalent) in technical fields, industrial processes, biotechnology, or equivalent
• Language: English is a must. French is nice to have

Working Conditions

• Shift work or daytime hours depending on organizational needs
• Willing to travel in Belgium
• Work in a regulated environment with mandatory use of PPE
• Initial training provided on current systems and equipment

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.