Production Associate

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the manufacturing of innovative infection prevention products in a production or clean room environment following all applicable policies, processes and procedures.

 

Hours: 5am - 3:30pm Mon - Thurs + overtime as busines need requires 

Location: 14905 28th Ave North Plymouth, MN

Pay: $19hr paid bi-weekly (non-negotiable)

Hire Type: Direct, Full Time

What You'll Do:

• Supports continuous improvement by identifying opportunities and completing continuous improvement cards.
• Trained to entry-level processes and is able to work independently.
• Understands what is critical to quality at the processes where they are trained.
• Has basic awareness of the electronic systems used in operations, but minimal to no interaction with the system(s).
• Minimal cross-training, limited to core processes in the area.
• Has a basic understanding of the product flow upstream/downstream of the stations where they are working.
• Good communication with their peers of the immediate work cell/line.
• Must be able to read, understand, and carry out written and verbal instructions on performing the job as well as safety procedures.
• Willingly and proactively collaborates with others to achieve operational goals.
• Fully aware of the quality of own work and that of others around you.
• Works with energy, passion, and drives towards goals with professionalism and respect; operates in a way that creates an atmosphere of achievement.
• Adheres to all company and departmental safety policies and guidelines.
• Performs daily job duties in a safe manner and keeps their work area clean and organized at all times.
• Capable of following detailed assembly instructions, both written and verbal.  Complies with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.
• Performs any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.
• Consistent ability to meet production goals for assigned processes while maintaining quality standards for the product.
• Employee workmanship and documentation standards regularly meet all of our quality standards and GMP practices.
• Works well with others in the value stream and offers support when help is needed in a Consistently adheres to attendance and punctuality guidelines different area.

Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

Required:

• Highschool Diploma or GED
• Ability to continuously wear personal protective equipment and/or clean room attire and work overtime as required.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate power tools/equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to work with or around chemicals.
• Critical thinking skills.

 

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing, manufacturing or FDA regulated production environment
• Experience working with automatic fillers
• Drive to learn and grow within an organization

 

Other:

• Up to 100% sitting, standing and walking in an 8-hour workday, more if working overtime.
• Safety Sensitive Position.
• Walking: 50%
• Standing: 100%
• Sitting: 100%
• Typing: 100%
• Hand Manipulation: 100%
• Visual Acuity: 100%
• Bending: 30%

What STERIS Offers:

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 $19hr
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits after 30 days
• 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

Pay for this opportunity is $19hr. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

 

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed.  Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including