Material Handler I

STERIS•South Plainfield, NJ

About The Position

STERIS Applied Sterilization Technologies (AST) provides contract sterilization services to medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer, and industrial customers through a global network of facilities. Material Handlers process customer products through sterilization operations while following established procedures and FDA, ISO, and GMP guidelines. The position uses handling equipment and manual or automated methods to move products, and requires compliance with health and safety requirements at facilities using industrial sterilization modalities. The schedule is Wednesday from 12 PM to 6 PM and Thursday through Saturday from 6 AM to 6 PM. Overtime may be available based on business needs. The listed pay range is $18.50 to $21 per hour; pay depends on factors including experience, education, certifications, and local labor market conditions. The position is eligible for bonus participation and is open until filled.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Dependable and punctual.
  • Able to be clean-shaven at all times.
  • Team player with attention to detail.
  • Able to work while seated or standing and use hands.
  • Able to use basic computer and math skills.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

  • Safely and accurately process customer products according to established procedures and FDA, ISO, and GMP guidelines.
  • Use handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to transfer customer products through the sterilization process.
  • Load and unload customer products manually or using automated equipment into the validated sterilization process.
  • Place and retrieve monitoring devices on products to ensure proper sterilization levels.
  • Follow health and safety requirements and complete training and annual certification to use required personal protective equipment.
  • Review work instructions and applicable policies and procedures.
  • Participate in on-the-job training overseen by the Hiring Manager.
  • Demonstrate the ability to meet the requirements of the job.
  • Maintain safety and quality in all aspects of the job.

Benefits

  • Market-competitive pay.
  • Paid time off and nine additional holidays.
  • Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Long- and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Maternity and paternity leave.
  • Pet insurance and other add-on benefits or discounts.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
  • Opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career.
  • Bonus participation.
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