Sr. Maintenance Technician

Sr. Maintenance TechnicianThe 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 Maintenance Supervisor or Manager, the Sr. Maintenance Technician performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment. Troubleshoots mechanical failures, recommends corrective action and carries out the necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment and operational status. Adheres to all facility safety programs.ResponsibilitiesPerforms routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment as directed by the SupervisorIdentifies problems, collects data, draws valid conclusions, recommends corrective action and carries out necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment to operational statusIdentifies the materials needed, obtains pricing information, completes purchase orders and with the Supervisor's approval, orders materials neededInterfaces with operations personnel regarding work orders and outside contractors, as necessaryAdheres to all facility safety programsTakes lead role on production floor/ has defined authority to make decisions as instructedProject managements small projects in equipment enhancements and maintenance reliability programs at direction of engineering when needed.Assists with other tasks as assigned by SupervisorQualificationsTechnical degree or certificate (Qualified electrician) or requisite experience.Language, mathematical and reasoning skills necessary to compute complex measurements and read and comprehend detailed instructions and electrical/mechanical drawings.7 years of maintenance experience in a processing/manufacturing environment preferred.Specific areas of knowledge include:PurchasingKnowledge of 480 volt 3 Phase powerAbility to read and interpret ladder logic and electrical diagramsElectric motor control troubleshootingRepair and troubleshooting of mechanical systemsAbility to operate welding equipment and a cutting torch (Gamma facilities)Isotope loading (internal) (Gamma facilities)Ability to perform instrument calibrationKnowledge of hand and power tools and their safe useFunctional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.Must be able to lift 50 pounds.Special RequirementsMust be medically approved for respirator use (EO)Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120F and 60% RH for 20 minutes) (EO)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.