Sterilization Technician

LIFE SCIENCE OUTSOURCING INC•Brea, CA

13d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterilization Technician processes customer medical device products through steam and ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization cycles and supports validation work at Life Science Outsourcing’s Brea, California facility. The role helps ensure sterilization cycles meet requirements and that the records used to verify them are complete and accurate. The technician works closely with Quality and the SVS Supervisor to process orders accurately and on time in a regulated medical device environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, or a combination of education and work experience that meets the qualifications of the role.
Training in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and a basic understanding of aseptic techniques.
A proven record of successfully completing assigned tasks.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and good people skills.
Ability to stay focused and produce error-free results.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of outcomes.
Ability to speak up about issues, deviations, or improvement opportunities.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to walk up and down stairs repeatedly and walk extended distances as needed.
Ability to assemble and organize orders weighing up to 50 lbs, using appropriate equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

Perform steam and EtO sterilization procedures for customer products according to protocols and manufacturing procedures.
Read and follow protocols and LSO procedure documents.
Review sterilization cycle records to confirm they meet acceptance criteria.
Assemble and organize orders for processing and manage incoming and outgoing shipments.
Perform Biological Indicator (BI) testing and initiate testing documentation for daily observation.
Calibrate sensors and probes before and after sterilization.
Wire steam sterilizers prior to validation when needed, and retrieve, analyze, and finalize wire, sensor, and probe data.
Assist with other validation-related duties as required.
Accurately and legibly complete cycle records, process forms, and test data sheets.
Complete monthly charts for the Quality department.
Perform periodic preventive maintenance and EtO testing.
Perform routine sterilizer upkeep, including refilling printer paper and verifying the DI water supply for EtO sterilizers.
Coordinate with Quality and the supervisor to ensure order accuracy and timely completion.
Keep Quality and cross-functional partners aligned on order requirements and validation timelines.
Inform the SVS Supervisor of order progress, issues, procedural deviations, and improvement opportunities.
Take on other duties as assigned by the SVS Supervisor.