Sterilization Tech 1

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Performs backup Team Leader responsibilities, as required.
• Operates the sterilization process and ancillary equipment.
• Moves material through all steps of the sterilization process. Operates material handling equipment.
• Documents all steps in the sterilization process in accordance with established procedures including the JD Edwards and SAP computerized inventory management system.
• Must be able to perform all functions as defined in the Warehouse Spore Placer Job Description and 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).
• 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.
• Will effectively complete other functions and responsibilities that may be assigned.
• Must be able to pass a Fit Test and wear a Respirator when required.
• Complete all Master Control and C2C training and the end of every month.

Experience Required

• Two to 4 years of experience in the operation of material handling equipment and inventory management is desirable.

Skills & Certifications

• Professional Skills & Key Competencies (5-7 most relevant skills e.g. data analysis and competencies e.g. ability to manage uncertainty) examples listed below:
• Able to operate material handling equipment.
• Able to prioritize tasks and workflow. Planning will take into account assets (time, equipment, and product) available.
• Knowledge of personal computers.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills required.
• Desired / Additional Skills & Knowledge (Not essential to the job but will be an advantage to possess):
  
• 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 perform basic mathematical computations and apply to various operational tasks.
• Must be a self-starter. 
• Position requires good logic, reasoning ability, ability to define problems and find logical solutions. 
• 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 management and / or Team Leader.
• 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. 
• Employee must not have any facial hair that interferes with a protective MSA mask. Must be free of any health condition that would prohibit assignments to an ethylene oxide related area.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• During the performance of this job, the employee may be in hot and humid locations, near moving mechanical parts, high places, risk of electrical shock, work with explosive gas, toxic and caustic chemicals, or experience loud noise (maintenance shop, forklift equipment, and construction). 
• Must be able to work “off” hours with minimal supervision, as required.
  
• Any additional Information (especially if needed for Quality or Legal purposes) examples listed below
• This is a full-time position.
• Days and hours of work vary
• Standard shift is 12 hours.
• Shift schedule rotates between Monday through Wednesday and every other Thursday and Friday through Sunday and every other Thursday.
• Ability to comply with applicable quality regulations as identified by the organization.

Eligibilities & qualifications

• Educational Qualifications & Previous Experience (No. of years as well as type of previous experience needed e.g. exposure to high growth markets, managed a large team, etc.):
• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent, with preferably some technical or college education.