Operator II

STERIS•Grand Prairie, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for processing Customer product under their care, custody, and control, utilizing industrial sterilization modalities in a highly regulated FDA, ISO and GMP environment. Responsible for the safe operation of processing equipment in accordance with all (Federal and State) operating regulations and procedures. Reviews and adheres to Customer provided work instructions and processing documents. Places and retrieves sterile, test or biological sampling devices to monitor appropriate processing levels. Performs intermittent Team Leader duties including supervising the plant floor and employee training during assigned shift, and assuming lead position for day-to-day activities as needed. Engages and embraces in Continuous Improvement, Lean, Quality, and Safety Initiatives. Depending on the modality in which this role operates, this can be a highly physical role – requiring strength and endurance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of relevant external experience, or internal experience as a Material Handler.
Ability to lift up to 50lb.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Progressive equipment operator experience, utilizing one or more processing modalities; experience within the organization preferred.
Must be classified as an Operator I or retain Operator certification for a minimum of twelve months prior to being classified as an Operator II.
Must successfully pass company Operator training program and maintain certification, as applicable to the work site.
Must be certified to operate manual and motorized material handling equipment, including, but not limited to, forklifts, pallet jacks, elevators, conveyors, etc. and processing vessels or irradiators.
Obtain or maintain licenses/certifications as applicable.
Ability to effectively read, write and verbally communicate.
Ability to work independently under general guidelines and supervision.
Requires ability to navigate through defined computer screens.
Above average organizing and analyzing skills and Level 2 math skills (four basic arithmetic functions in all units of measurement, decimals ratios, rates, percentages) to determine organizational, Customer and regulatory problems and formulate corrective action plans; attention to detail.
Able to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities.
Basic understanding of sterilization principles and need for extreme caution handling product.
Normal hearing range sufficient to hear alarms, bells, horns, etc.

Nice To Haves

4 years of Warehousing / manufacturing environment or experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Protects Customer product by assuring proper processing and handling according to operating procedures, Customer, quality, regulatory and internal company specifications; reviews and completes all appropriate processing documentation.
Tasks may include but are not limited to placing and retrieving dose verification devices, loading / unloading product into processing rooms and/or vessels; loading product onto pallets; staging processed product in shipping storage area.
Ensures production schedule is followed and maintains critical product flow through the facility by effectively coordinating daily tasks and personnel to meet production demands and prevent unplanned downtime.
Maintains required Operator certification(s), knowledge and understanding associated with the processing modality for which they are certified.
Understands the scheduling process and can make recommendations to scheduling adjustments as needed.
Monitors processing operation, control systems and equipment functionality to ensure safety and Customer specifications are met.
Responds to process and equipment alarm conditions while acting within operational and safety guidelines.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by monitoring environmental control systems and inspecting equipment for unsafe conditions and reporting to supervision as required; generates maintenance work orders for repairs; responds to process and equipment alarm conditions and acting within operational and safety guidelines; conducts area housekeeping on a daily basis.
May participate in scheduled or unscheduled safety rounds.
Performs intermittent Team Leader duties including supervising the plant floor and employee training during assigned shift, and assuming lead position for day-to-day activities as needed.
Assists the management in ensuring the proper processing of Customer products, serving as back up, and performing lead duties as needed.
Provides guidance and direction and assists in training activities.
Collaborates with supervision to ensure completion and effectiveness of training requirements, performance objectives and goals.
Contributes to a team effort by performing in accordance with all STERIS policies, Values, GMP, Lean principles and other directives; supports the directives and decisions of higher-level management and performs other duties as assigned.