Sterilization Technician - B1 Central Services 2nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Sterilization Technician

Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

• $500 Sign on Bonus
• 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) match with company profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program.
• Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

Under supervision, the Sterilization Technician will observe all PPE requirements per Zoetis policy: make yourself familiar with department specific SOPs. You will build necessary apparatuses per daily instructions. Help load and unload incoming materials form the warehouse. Learn to load and unload a variety of autoclaves in a safe manor. Colleague will follow floor leads during training period and complete tasks as required to gain training in the area. Colleague must be able to perform standing, walking, squatting, and lifting tasks throughout the day. Good attendance and the ability to stay late occasionally.

Hours: 2nd Shift, 2:00pm – 10:30pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Learn and practice basic aseptic procedures per training and SOPs.
• Assist with reading and reporting test results using scientific instruments.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Learn and comply with SOP's and associated documentation necessary to perform job functions.
• Learn and assist in the completion of documentation including process worksheets, reports, log sheets.
• Train in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), then demonstrate understanding and compliance.
• Clean areas, as applicable, according to specific SOPs.
• Assist in maintaining adequate supplies in the production area.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understand and comply with safety SOP's and procedures (Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) guidelines, Near Miss, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), biohazard training, Monthly Safety trainings, etc.). May be required to handle hazardous waste.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills within and outside the department using verbal, written, and non-verbal skills.
• Become certified operator of electric material handling equipment (i.e., electric pallet jack, tank tugger, etc.), as applicable.
• Perform supplemental duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical skills.
• Demonstration of personal computer usage.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

• Demonstrate good communication skills. Read, interpret, and apply safety procedures, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and departmental procedures. Communicate effectively with peers and Team Leader. Document steps accurately and legibly.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all unit of measure. Perform conversions within the metric system. Complete controlled documents and inventory calculations using basic math.
• Understand and apply instructions in written, oral, and/or diagram formats. Multitask. Ability to recognize product quality issues based on company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrates good listening skills. Demonstrates the ability to work in a team environment. Expresses a positive attitude and shows respect for co-workers.

Physical Position Requirements

THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE THAT MUST BE MET BY AN EMPLOYEE TO SUCCESSFULLY PERFORM THE PRINCIPLE DUTIES OF THIS JOB. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUAL WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE PRINCIPLE DUTIES.

• Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
• Constant standing for extended periods.
• Frequent need to crouch and reach with hands and arms.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work flexible hours including work weekend, holiday, and overtime.

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to heavy items; ANSI 75 Safety shoes required.
• Exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals; PPE as required.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts; ensure safety shields are always in place.
• Exposure to extreme temperature variations; PPE as required.