Operator

Sotera Health • Grand Prairie, LA

6d

About The Position

The Operator monitors sterilization systems and ensures products move through the facility at appropriate times. The role includes observing pressure, temperature, and relative humidity readings; operating valves and controls; identifying equipment malfunctions and assisting with repairs; and documenting process readings. The Operator reports damaged products and system problems to the appropriate supervisors or maintenance personnel, performs routine preventative maintenance, handles processing chemicals according to procedures and laws, and follows plant safety requirements. Upon certification, the Operator may oversee Operator Level I and II employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to complete Operator Certification within 18 months.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Must be willing to work established shifts.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform repetitive bending and lifting over time.
• Must have forklift driving experience.
• Must be medically approved for respirator use.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120°F and 60% relative humidity for 20 minutes).
• Must be able to handle drums weighing up to 700 pounds with a drum dolly.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of experience working in a sterilization environment.
• Computer skills.
• Experience with a company using EO sterilization of products.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system pressure, temperature, and relative humidity using charts or computer monitors.
• Turn valves and adjust controls to ensure safe equipment operation.
• Observe sterilizers and auxiliary units for malfunctions and assist with repairs as needed.
• Document and record process readings.
• Report damaged product to the Shift Supervisor or Process Supervisor.
• Report system problems to the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Technician.
• Perform some daily and weekly equipment preventative maintenance tasks and assist Maintenance as required.
• Store and remove processing chemicals in accordance with established procedures and laws.
• Participate on plant safety committees and follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor and Certified Operators.
• Upon certification, oversee the work of Operator Level I and II.
• Ensure product is moved through the facility at appropriate times.

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