Operator

Sotera Health • West Memphis, AR

1d

About The Position

The Operator coordinates activities on the conveyor by organizing work orders at the load and unload stations. The role loads and unloads product, completes required paperwork, and assists the Shift Supervisor and Process Supervisor with safe system operation. The Operator reports to the Operations Manager and takes daily direction from a Shift Supervisor.

The position involves operating an irradiation system that sterilizes product in totes, preparing and reading dosimeters, recording production information, and assembling processed dosimeters with the associated run and work-order documents. Operators also follow emergency procedures, report system problems, and may replace designated mechanical components or assist Maintenance as needed. The role requires completion and ongoing maintenance of operator certification, training, and qualifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Willingness to work established shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive bending and lifting over a period of time.
• Must successfully complete all training and qualification requirements necessary to achieve operator certification and remain current on assigned requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift driving experience.
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Record input, dosimeter, and unload information in the computer.
• Load and unload product into totes for sterilization through an irradiation machine.
• Prepare dosimeters for scheduled work orders.
• Operate the dosimeter reader and take readings.
• Assemble processed dosimeters with the run data sheet, work orders, and load/unload sheets.
• Perform emergency procedures required by governing agencies.
• Report system problems to the Shift Supervisor or Maintenance team.
• Replace designated mechanical components and assist Maintenance as needed.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned.
• Complete the training and qualification requirements for operator certification and keep assigned training, certifications, and qualifications current by their due dates.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) program with Company match that immediately vests.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Free financial planning assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Education assistance.
• Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED