Sterilization Technician I (6 am-2:30 pm)

American Regent, Inc. • New Albany, OH

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position is a member of the Manufacturing Team, responsible for manufacturing safe, effective, and sterile pharmaceuticals in accordance with company SOPs, policies, and cGMPs. The role ensures aseptic and sanitary conditions are maintained, that manufacturing areas, equipment, and batch records are accurate, and that safe and professional behavior is displayed. The technician will participate in component and equipment preparation, including sanitization of controlled manufacturing areas and post-terminal sterilization. This involves dispensing components, vial washing, and component sterilization. Sanitization of controlled areas is critical for maintaining sanitary conditions. The team member will assist with all aspects of the component prep, sanitization, and sterilization process under the supervision of senior team members. The Manufacturing Team also provides input and assistance to other departments to maintain production schedules and meet company goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting, cleaning, and stacking activities.
• Ability to perform basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and calculations of averages and percentages.
• Strong attention to detail or organization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• Must be able to read documents in Standard English such as Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance schedules and operating manuals.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• One year working experience in a manufacturing production environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs sanitary cleaning activities as defined by established operating procedures and as directed by Manager/Supervisor.
• Performs a variety of production prep activities including deboxing, staging, equipment and component sterilization and post fill sterilization.
• Complete production documentation including logbooks, cleaning tags, batch records, etc. per quality and cGMP requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to and compliance with SOP’s and protocols.
• Ensure all work is performed and documented in accordance with existing company policies, procedures (SOP’s), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and health and safety requirements.
• Provides feedback to supervisor and peers about cycle status, equipment condition, and other issues that would affect the production schedule or relate to continuous improvement.
• Cleaning of all manufacturing areas
• Gain the Knowledge of batch records and processes
• cGMP Compliance
• Execution of tasks and working in a clean room environment
• Preparation of solutions and dilutions
• Material handling using pallet jacks and power industrial trucks
• Tray Transfer
• De-boxing
• Autoclave daily and weekly test including system checks
• Preparation of materials, equipment, and components for autoclaving
• Generation of component autoclave labels using work templates
• Understanding load patterns and cycle parameters for steam and dry heat sterilizers
• Loading and unloading sterilizers
• Requisitioning and receiving equipment and area logbooks
• Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer status
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

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