Sterilization Team Leader (Onsite)

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Covington, GA is hiring for a Sterilization Operations role. You will coordinate sterilization processes, manage material flow, and supervise team members to meet production priorities.

The position requires high school education, and 2–4 years of material handling/inventory experience. You will participate in safety initiatives and training, ensuring compliance with procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED; preferably some technical or college education.
• Two to 4 years of experience in the operation of material handling equipment and inventory management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operation of sterilization process and ancillary equipment.
• Manage material flow, establishes work priorities and directs / monitors the work activities of other team members.
• Documents all steps in the sterilization process in accordance with established procedures.
• Operates material handling equipment.
• Perform all functions as defined in the Warehouse Spore Placer Job Description.
• In absence of QA, trained to perform post sterile inspection.
• Initiate maintenance work orders, when applicable.
• Maintain plant facilities and equipment through basic maintenance.
• Participate in safety team, audits and process improvements.
• Train sterilization personnel and ensure policies followed.
• Perform chemical receipt into Sterilization and monitor chemical inventory.
• Handle hazardous chemicals connections to process equipment.
• Assist with monthly department reports.
• Complete JD Edwards Warehouse Management System moves.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Know all positions within the area of responsibility.

Skills

Material handling equipment

Team leadership

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

MS Office

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma

Technical education

Tools

JD Edwards WMS

MS Office

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description Shift: Monday-Wednesday and e/o Thursday 6:00am - 6:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the operation of sterilization process and ancillary equipment.
• Manages material flow, establishes work priorities and directs / monitors the work activities of other team members.
• Documents all steps in the sterilization process in accordance with established procedures.
• Operates material handling equipment.
• Must be able to perform all functions as defined in the Warehouse Spore Placer Job Description.
• Additionally, in absence of QA technician is trained to perform post sterile inspection.
• Initiates maintenance work orders, when applicable.
• Maintains plant facilities and equipment through “user level” preventative maintenance as defined by procedure(s).
• Participates in safety team, audit activities and operational process improvements.
• Essential resource for training of other sterilization personnel (i.e. Sterilization Operators), and ensure all policies and procedures are understood and followed.
• Perform chemical receipt into Sterilization.
• Monitor chemical inventory of nitrogen and ethylene oxide.
• Connection / disconnection of hazardous chemicals to process equipment (i.e. ethylene oxide).
• Assists with various monthly reports for purpose of tracking departmental performance.
• Responsible for completing JD Edwards Warehouse Management System moves.
• Will effectively complete other functions and responsibilities that may be assigned.
• Knowledge of all positions within the area of responsibility.

Educational Qualifications & Previous Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent, with preferably some technical or college education.
• Two to 4 years of experience in the operation of material handling equipment and inventory management is desirable.

Professional Skills & Key Competencies

• Able to operate material handling equipment.
• Able to apply policies and procedures to work situations and use judgment in selecting appropriate actions.
• Significant deviations from established policies and procedures will be referred to the supervisor.
• Able to prioritize tasks and workflow.
• Planning will take into account assets (time, equipment, and product) available.
• Intermediate knowledge of personal computers and MS Office programs.
• Proficient in the use of a personal computer with intermediate level of keyboarding skills.
• Knowledge of inventory control tools such as, inventory transaction journal, stock status, and computerized-inventory system.
• Team leadership experience necessary.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and motivational skills required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personnel issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills required in the areas of verbal and written communications, employee focus, service to internal customers, telephone courtesy, professionalism.
• Strong questioning & problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail and be results oriented.

Desired / Additional Skills & Knowledge

• Must have good oral and written communication skills, to read and comprehend simple instructions in Basic English and write short correspondence / memos.
• Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, internal customers and other employees within the organization.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical computations and apply to various operational tasks.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Position requires good logic and reasoning ability.
• Ability to define problems and find logical solutions.
• Must evaluate and resolve daily issues by exercising sound judgement.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms and lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Employee is required to meet with other personnel in other areas of building. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA GA - Covington BMD

Makers of Possible

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real-life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.