Machine Tender

STERIS•Conroe, TX

About The Position

At STERIS, the Machine Tender supports the operation of automation equipment under general supervision and guidance from Automation Team Leads, Shift Supervisors, and Technicians. The role starts and stops equipment, responds to routine alarms and faults, and performs quality assurance checks during operation to help prevent defective products from reaching end users. The employee also supports Water Spiders by helping maintain material flow and traceability. This is a fast-paced manufacturing role involving movement between stations for most of the work period. It requires close attention to safety and adherence to safety, manufacturing, quality, and continuous-improvement policies and procedures. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pay is $18.60–$24.46 per hour, and the position is eligible for bonus participation. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of related manufacturing experience.
Strong communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work on feet and continuously twist or turn the body during the workday, and continuously reach shoulder height.
Ability to perform repetitive movements with both hands continuously for six to eight hours daily.
Firm or fine grasping or manipulation with both hands.

Nice To Haves

At least 1–2 years of hands-on experience maintaining and/or operating automated equipment.
Mechanical and/or technical certification or training.

Responsibilities

Start and stop automation equipment and tend to routine equipment alarms and faults.
Maintain and follow 6S workplace organization standards; engage in the seven steps and improvement events, providing input on containment actions and countermeasures for quality or process issues.
Follow standard operating procedures, manufacturing procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
Work in a fast-paced environment while communicating and interacting with automated equipment and team members.
Produce products that meet quality expectations and perform quality assurance analysis during machine operation.
Clean equipment and work areas as needed, including emptying trash, cleaning shop equipment, and sweeping, mopping, and wiping down areas.
Perform Water Spider duties, support other Water Spiders with material handling and work-order changeovers, and help ensure material flow and traceability.
Fill hoppers for Water Spiders.
Support automation technicians in meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and productivity targets.
Work collaboratively with team members at all levels of the organization and perform other tasks as required.