Role Overview
Join STERIS AST, a global leader in contract sterilization for medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer, and industrial customers. For 40+ years, our mission has safeguarded the people who rely on these products—our families, friends, and communities. We are One Team with One Goal.
Scope of Responsibilities
- Technical troubleshooting across diverse modalities, technologies, and facility areas in a validated, cGMP setting.
- Execution and optimization of preventive maintenance for high-volume processing assets; recommend Lean and 5S improvements based on PM effectiveness reviews.
- Reliability-focused tasks including predictive maintenance, equipment installations, and building systems upkeep.
- Electrical maintenance : install / repair wiring and fixtures; maintain facility lighting.
- General facility maintenance : landscaping, painting, and carpentry.
- Safety leadership : complete daily / weekly / quarterly / semi-annual inspections; document work to GMP standards; follow LOTO, SDS, and environmental waste / disposal requirements.
- Production support : complete shift assignments; respond to off-shift calls as needed; support after-hours emergency response when required.
- Asset and parts stewardship : maintain shop tools, spare parts program, and CMMS data integrity; repair or escalate per supervisor direction.
- Compliance and training : follow work instructions, policies, and procedures; engage in OJT and demonstrate role proficiency.
Physical Demands : Depending on operating modality (e.g., Gamma), the job is physically intensive and requires strength and endurance.
Schedule & Compensation
Hours : 6 : 00 a.m.–6 : 00 p.m. Monday–Wednesday; 6 : 00 a.m.–12 : 00 p.m. Thursday.Hourly rate : $28–$31, commensurate with qualifications.Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.2+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, industrial, or military environments.Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical or electrical disciplines.Blueprint and schematic literacy.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; clear written and verbal communication.Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work independently within broad guidelines.PC proficiency : word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendar, virtual platforms, CMMS and related software.Effective interpersonal skills.Organization / analysis aptitude and Level 2 math (ratios, basic algebra) to evaluate customer / regulatory issues and craft corrective actions.Experience with PLCs.Adaptability; performs additional duties as assigned.Normal hearing to detect alarms, bells, horns.Support for Lean and 5S culture.Success Behaviors
Dependable and punctual.Collaborative, team-oriented.Detail-focused.Comfortable in a 24 / 7 / 365 operation, including holidays.Technology & Systems
Electrical troubleshooting (proficiency expected).PLC systems, conveyor equipment, servo motors.Total Rewards
STERIS invests for the long term : competitive base pay plus bonus (as applicable), comprehensive medical / dental / vision, paid PTO and holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.