QA Lab Technician - Englewood, CO

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

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Steritec Products Inc., a member of the Getinge Group, manufactures sterilization and cleaning medical device consumables using ink technology. We manufacture and print highly specialized proprietary inks that undergo specific color changes when exposed to different sterilization conditions in hospital and industrial/pharmaceutical sterilizers.

This QA Laboratory Technician position is an on-site, full-time, non-exempt position. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (with some flexibility). 

Job Function Summary:

Responsible for testing and evaluating chemical indicators and related products to ensure compliance with established specifications and performance standards. Operates sterilization and laboratory equipment, analyzes test data, maintains accurate records, and supports quality assurance activities within an FDA- and ISO-regulated environment.

Job Functions:
• Conduct in-process and final product performance testing of Steritec Products .
• Operate sterilization and laboratory equipment and other inspection equipment according to approved procedures.
• Accurately document test results and maintain quality records using good documentation practices.
• Manage product retains, control samples, and test samples.
• Verify product labels, lot information, and indicator graphics for accuracy.
• Collect, analyze, and record data for shelf-life studies and other quality programs.
• Complete Performance Releases and Finished Goods Releases for WIP and completed product.
• Review Device History Records for accuracy and precision.
• Perform Quality Testing and Inspections for incoming and production areas as assigned.
• Support additional quality assurance activities as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and data accuracy. 
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Normal color vision required

Interpersonal & Professional Skills
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues across Operations, Quality, R&D, and other functional areas.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and a customer-focused mindset.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Accepts feedback constructively and adapts to changing priorities.
• Exhibits reliability, accountability, and a strong commitment to quality and compliance.
• Contributes to a collaborative, respectful, and continuous improvement culture.

Minimum Requirements:
• Associate's degree in a science-related field preferred; or a combination of education, training, and relevant experience in a laboratory, quality, or regulated medical device manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO-regulated environments preferred.

Quality Requirements
• Adhere to all applicable FDA, ISO, Quality, and Regulatory requirements. 
• Complete required Quality and Compliance training. 
• Follow established procedures and report quality or compliance concerns promptly. 
• Support and promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Additional activities assigned by manager to support quality and production initiatives.

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions:
• Primarily laboratory and office-based environment. 
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting. 
• Regular use of computers and laboratory equipment. 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 
• Specific vision requirements include close, distance, depth, peripheral, and color vision. 
• May be required to work extended hours during peak business periods

Supervision/Management Of Others: N/A

Internal and External Contacts/Relationships:

• Internal: Team members, all Getinge colleagues including the executive and leadership team, Operations, Quality, and R&D teams. Follow up with all levels of management for clarification/approval on reports as needed.

• External: N/A

Disclaimer:

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Salary range: $24/hr - $27/hr 

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About us 

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.