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Jr. Sterilization Operator

BD
BD Salary
Sumter, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026
We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Join BD as a Jr. Sterilization Operator! Operate and maintain the sterilizer according to company policies and regulatory guidelines. Assist in the establishment of procedures and practices. Assist in product material handling, segregation and distribution.

Essential Functions

  • Conducts routine safety and operational checks on the sterilizer and facility. Oversees the compliance of safety requirements by visitors and non- departmental personnel.
  • Practices safe and efficient operation of sterilizer and related equipment, robotic palletizer, stretch wrap equipment system, internal and external conveyors, loading and unloading equipment, and material handling equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on all department equipment for safe and efficient operations. Provides technical direction to Material Handlers for the performance of preventive maintenance and error recovery. Provides direct supervision of all contract maintenance.
  • Diagnoses and corrects equipment malfunction, and proceed with the timely repair to ensure minimum downtime. Coordinates support for corrective maintenance with other departments (i.e. Plant Maintenance, Engineering).
  • Responsible for maintaining all pertinent processing records and files such as material transfers, disposition of logs, dosimetry and biological indicator loading data and dosimetry profiles, preventative maintenance schedules, purchase requisitions, etc.
  • Practices established material handling and storage procedures in the pre-sterile area, and post sterile quarantine area. Performs product scheduling activities.
  • Proficient in operation / maintenance of all types of radiation monitoring equipment, i.e., dosimeters, survey meters.
  • Requisitions supplies / parts to maintain facility. Maintains inventory of critical items.
  • Trains and oversees material handling staff.
  • Assists in training of Cobalt-60 Sterilization Operators.
  • Performs post-sterilization inspections as required. Insures QC verification of codification labeling is correctly performed.
  • Maintain compliance with established government and company safety regulations, environmental, and emergency procedures and Quality System Requirements.
  • Performs special projects in the Sterilization department or other department as required.
  • All incumbents’ and potential candidates must agree to posting guidelines that accompany job posting.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Expectation to be able to cover vacant shifts
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor and required to support the needs of the business.

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associates or Mechatronics certificate preferred
  • 3-5 years Manufacturing Environment experience
  • Electrical, Mechanical, and PLC knowledge desired
  • Able to work a 12-hour Night shift on a 3, 2, 2, 3 schedule (12 hour Night shift differential is $1.50)
  • Able to train on 1st shift Mon-Fri
  • Position will require the successful completion of an FBI background check performed by the NRC (U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission) and reviewed by the RSO (Radiation Safety Officer). The candidate will be required to provide written consent for this background check.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA SC - Sumter

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