Sterilizer Operator I

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing North America; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is seeking a diligent operator to perform EO sterilization tasks, load/unload sterilizers, and complete customer-driven work orders. You will test biological indicators, maintain documentation, and ensure QA/QMS compliance while interfacing with customers.

The role includes inventory control, supplier receiving, and creating shipping documents, with a strong emphasis on regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or related technical field required; AA degree a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills; precise written/verbal communication.
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO regulations for controlled documents.
• Healthcare/central supply experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate EO Sterilizers; load/unload and program sterilization processes.
• Complete work orders per customer requests/protocols; record results.
• Test biological indicators and document results clearly.
• Maintain inventory and reorder supplies; receive and ship materials.

Skills

Organization skills

Written & verbal communication

FDA/ISO familiarity

Administrative background

Education

High School Diploma

AA in biology or related field (plus)

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in‑vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• The person in this position performs operator functions in the programming, loading & unloading of EO Sterilizers.
• Completes work orders based on customer order requests/protocols.
• Performs testing of biological indicators and records results.
• A high level of communication skills when interfacing with customers.
• Performs inventory and reordering from suppliers. Receives both supplier and customer products. Creates shipping documents when required.
• Maintains equipment and facility following daily cleaning procedures.
• Maintains documentation files and records.
• Interprets protocols and executes PQ portion of a product validation process.
• Must be current with all regulations pertaining to EO sterilization.
• Comply with Quality Management (QMS) procedures and company policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or any related technical field. (AA degree in biology or related field is a plus).
• Knowledge of QA/QC, document control, laboratory procedures, experimental and/or medical, and engineering/manufacturing design and development.
• Previous experience at a healthcare company in central supply preferred.
• Skills Required:
• High degree of organization skills, clear and precise written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO regulations pertaining to controlled documents.
• Administrative experience and/or background is a plus.

Additional Information

• Position is full-time. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Jose, CA are encouraged to apply.

  Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

  Life and disability insurance

  401(k) with company match

  Paid vacation and holiday

• Compensation Range - $23-25/hr

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.