Sterilization Technician

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech in San Angelo, Texas, is seeking a Sterilization Technician to support sterilization processes, training, and documentation. The role involves operating sterilization equipment, ensuring parameters are met, and maintaining compliance with GMP and ISO standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 4–6 years of experience, strong communication, and computer skills, plus training via Compliance Wire.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Completion of training as required by the Compliance Wire curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Works under minimal supervision.
• Supports the training process as a subject matter expert and team member.
• Displays team empowerment and motivates other team members in their ability and willingness to develop and initiate change.
• Demonstrates leadership to wage associates.
• Recognizes and recommends improvement initiatives or corrective actions related to process, quality, and/or safety issues.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, including clear and concise verbal and written communication required to effectively communicate work requirements, passions, and ideas.
• Is trained on all documents related to the sterilization process, as assigned through Compliance Wire.
• Ensures that specified parameters are met during the sterilization process.
• Recognizes abnormal operating conditions involving the sterilization process and implements appropriate responses, including notification of the facilitator or process engineers.
• Operates sterilization equipment and computer systems and demonstrates knowledge of their operation.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and the intent of the Company Credo.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies with the intent of maintaining a safe working environment.
• Supports ISO 14000 recertification efforts.
• Keeps the work area clean and orderly.
• Operates equipment to meet objectives detailed in standard operating procedures and process specifications.
• Coordinates process operations and material movement from other departments and throughout the sterilization area, with an emphasis on meeting customer demands.
• Actively communicates with the Microbiology Department and/or QA Sterilization regarding product integrity and product sterility.
• Is accountable for the review of run records and the ambient and dry-storage requirements of absorbable sutures and devices.
• Maintains production documentation, including logbooks, stamping run records, and records associated with the materials or devices being sterilized. Demonstrates knowledge of JDE, LIMS, and SCADA.
• Supports, understands, and adheres to continuous improvement principles and practices by identifying, evaluating, and resolving problems. Focuses on continuous improvement, quality, improved cycle times, safety, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.
• Completes training programs and certifications as required.
• Cross-trains to support other functional areas.
• Supports the Plant Diversity Process.
• Complies with all applicable quality management systems and environmental, safety, and occupational health policies (for example, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001).
• Is responsible for communicating business-related issues or opportunities to the next management level.
• For those who supervise or manage staff, is responsible for ensuring that team members follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety, and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable.
• Is responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all federal, state, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Good computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Compliance Wire

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function

Manufacturing Product & Packaging Operations

Job Category

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations

San Angelo, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

There is an internal pre-identified candidate for consideration. However, all applications will be considered.

We are searching for the best talent for Sterilization Technician.

Responsibilities

• Works under minimal supervision.
• Supports the training process as a subject matter expert and team member, as applicable.
• Displays team empowerment and motivates other team members in their ability and willingness to develop and initiate change.
• Demonstrates leadership to wage associates.
• Recognizes and recommends improvement initiatives or corrective actions related to process, quality, and/or safety issues.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, including clear and concise verbal and written communication required to effectively communicate work requirements, passions, and ideas.
• Is trained on all documents related to the sterilization process, as assigned through Compliance Wire.
• Ensures that specified parameters are met during the sterilization process.
• Recognizes abnormal operating conditions involving the sterilization process and implements appropriate responses, including notification of the facilitator or process engineers.
• Operates sterilization equipment and computer systems and demonstrates knowledge of their operation.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and the intent of the Company Credo.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies with the intent of maintaining a safe working environment.
• Supports ISO 14000 recertification efforts.
• Keeps the work area clean and orderly.
• Operates equipment to meet objectives detailed in standard operating procedures and process specifications.
• Coordinates process operations and material movement from other departments and throughout the sterilization area, with an emphasis on meeting customer demands.
• Actively communicates with the Microbiology Department and/or QA Sterilization regarding product integrity and product sterility.
• Is accountable for the review of run records and the ambient and dry-storage requirements of absorbable sutures and devices.
• Maintains production documentation, including logbooks, stamping run records, and records associated with the materials or devices being sterilized. Demonstrates knowledge of JDE, LIMS, and SCADA.
• Supports, understands, and adheres to continuous improvement principles and practices by identifying, evaluating, and resolving problems. Focuses on continuous improvement, quality, improved cycle times, safety, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.
• Completes training programs and certifications as required.
• Cross-trains to support other functional areas.
• Supports the Plant Diversity Process.
• Complies with all applicable quality management systems and environmental, safety, and occupational health policies (for example, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001).
• Is responsible for communicating business-related issues or opportunities to the next management level.
• For those who supervise or manage staff, is responsible for ensuring that team members follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety, and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable.
• Is responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all federal, state, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Completion of training as required by the Compliance Wire curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer skills.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check

Preferred Skills

Agile Manufacturing, Analytical Reasoning, Communication, Data Reporting, Detail-Oriented, Equipment Maintenance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Innovation, Materials Handling, Package and Labeling Regulations, Package Equipment, Packing Orders, Plant Operations, Process Oriented, Product Packaging Design, Professional Ethics, Quality Assurance (QA), Teamwork, Validation Testing