Steriliser Operator

Job Summary

Operators are responsible for the sterilisation of all scheduled validated products in line with procedures, the movement of all QA-released non-sterile products from the packaging areas to the staging areas of the sterilisation suites, the preparation and routine sterilisation of each lot.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of the Engineering, Supply Chain and Quality teams.
• Communicate quality issues and developments at relevant meetings.
• Assist in the day-to-day operation of the Ethylene Oxide Sterilisation Suite.
• Assist in sterilisation validation activities.
• Preparation and retrieval of Process Challenge Devices as part of the sterilisation process whilst complying the relevant safety and operating procedures.
• Monitor the sterilisation process including clear alarms on the steriliser and ensure that product is processed effectively.
• Escalate all processing issues / alarm conditions to site facilities teams and/or supervisor in a timely manner.
• Complete all interventions to resolve alarm conditions, where possible and safe to do so.
• Completed all inbound and outbound shipments of sterilisation gas.
• Complete EO drum changes.
• Pull post sterile samples for QA as required.
• Assist in all sterilisation validation activities.
• Ensure that all safety practices are followed in the area. Wear and/or use all required personal protective equipment while working.
• Identify continuous improvements opportunities where possible and take part in improvement projects as assigned.
• Carry out additional duties that may be assigned to you.

Qualifications & experience

Be educated to Leaving Certificate level (or equivalent) and be computer literate with experience in word processing and spreadsheets.  A full clean driving license is essential.  Ideally candidates will have BPCS experience, hold a current forklift license or have previous forklift experience. 

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• An ability to work to deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and possess the ability to react quickly to out of specification conditions.
• Safety consciousness is of particular importance due to the nature of the role.
• Comfortable working mainly by yourself.
• Flexibility and willingness to cover other shifts as required.
• Quality Awareness and a proven track record of excellent quality standards.
• Commitment to work within the ethos of the Medical Devices & Supplies Guide and Guide to Business Conduct.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• An excellent standard of attendance and time keeping.
• Commitment to work within the ethos of the company Mission, Medical Devices & Supplies Guide to Compliance and Quality Manufacturing and The Standards of Business Conduct.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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