Material Handler I

Join a company where the work you do makes a difference! We are One Team with One Goal. At STERIS Applied Sterilization Technologies (AST), it's our philosophy and our way of doing business. Through a network of over 50 facilities globally, STERIS AST has been committed to providing contract sterilization services to the medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer, and industrial communities for over 40 years. Our irradiation and gas sterilization services ensure the safety of those who use these products, including our families, our friends, and ourselves.

If you are looking to join a collaborative and innovative team in an essential industry, apply for our Material Handler I position today! The schedule for this opening is 5:30am - 5:30pm (2-2-3 schedule). The hourly pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

• Transfers product from unprocessed storage area to processing area, loads, and unloads processed product, conducts pre-shipping preparation and stages product in processed area. Reviews product / process documents and customer provided special instructions to ensure accurate processing.
• Maximizes processing and minimizes downtime by monitoring equipment used for product movement and transfer; conducts and performs minor repairs, referring malfunctions and / or unsafe conditions to management or Maintenance Department; maintains a clean orderly work area, performs Material Handling, production functions as needed.
• May assist in maintaining product inventory by receiving, identifying, labeling if appropriate, and storing product within the Shipping and Receiving area in accordance with established procedure and any applicable Customer provided special instructions.
• Contributes to accuracy of processing and product accountability by maintaining product documentation; implements appropriate corrective action as needed; places, retrieves and analyzes product monitoring devices per processing specifications.
• Contributes to a team effort by performing in accordance with all STERIS policies, GMP, Lean principles and other directives; supports the directives and decisions of higher-level management and performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of two (2) years warehousing / manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Essential to be clean shaven for safety equipment.
• Subject to passing Nucelar Regulatory Commission (NRC) required backgroung check.
• Ability to effectively read, write and verbally communicate.

Preferred:

• Prior experience operating forklift.
• Ability to work independently under general guidelines and supervision.
• Ability to navigate through defined computer screens.
• Above average organizing, analyzing, and Level 1 math skills (add and subtract 2-digit numbers. Multiply and divide by 10's and 100's by 2,3,4,5, ability to use the four arithmetic functions of add, subtract, multiply, and divide with money, measurements, e.g. cup, pint, inch, foot, lbs. etc).
• Effective interpersonal skills as demonstrated through prior experience.
• Able to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities.
• Normal hearing range sufficient to hear alarms, bells, horns, etc.
• Work while seated or standing, using your hands.
• Utilize basic computer and math skills.

Other:

• Be dependable and on time.
• Be a team player.
• Pay attention to detail.
• STERIS operates 24/7, 365, including holidays.

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (8) added holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career