Operator

Sterigenics; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sotera Health seeks an Operator to monitor sterilization systems in our Charlotte, NC facility. The role involves observing critical process parameters, adjusting controls, and reporting issues to supervisors to ensure product safety and quality. You will participate in maintenance tasks and safety programs as part of daily operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, English fluency, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Certification within 18 months is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6–12 months experience in a sterilization environment preferred.
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds; occasional strenuous movements.
• Forklift driving experience preferred.
• Operator Certification must be completed within 18 months.
• EO sterilization experience desirable.
• Must tolerate high temperatures and humidity (120F, 60% RH for 20 minutes).
• Must be medically approved for respirator use.

Responsibilities

• Monitor sterilization system, observing pressure, temperature and humidity.
• Turn valves and adjust controls to ensure safe operation.
• Observe sterilizers and auxiliaries to detect malfunctions and assist repairs.
• Document and record process readings.
• Report damaged product or system problems to supervisors.
• Perform daily/weekly equipment preventative maintenance as needed.
• Assist with handling chemicals per procedures and laws.
• Participate in plant safety committees and follow safety rules.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The 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 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, 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.Duties and Responsibilities• Monitors system which includes:Observing pressure, temperature and relative humidity measurements on chartsor computer monitors.Turning valves and adjusting controls to ensure the safe operation of theequipment.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 mayassist Maintenance as required.• Stores and removes chemicals used in processing in accordance with establishedprocedures and laws.• Participates on plant safety committees and follows all established safety rules andregulations.• Assists with other tasks as assigned by Supervisor and Certified Operators.• SUPERVISION GIVEN: Upon Certification, Oversee the work of Operator Level I and II.Experience and Skills RequiredHigh School Diploma or GED.Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working in a sterilizationenvironment desired.Must be able to complete Operator Certification within 18 months.Will advance to Operator Level II upon completion of facility designated milestones.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 wholenumbers, 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 liftingmotions over a period of time.Must have forklift driving experience.Computer skills desired.Special Requirements• Must be medically approved for respirator use.• Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120F and60% RH for 20 minutes).• Must be able to handle drums weighing up to 700 lbs with a drum dolly.• Experience with a company using EO sterilization of products is desirable.BenefitsSotera Health offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) program with Company match that immediately vestsPaid holidays, vacation and sick timeFree financial planning assistancePaid parental leaveEducation assistanceVoluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)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 ContractorSotera 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.