Chemical Production Associate

**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.

Location:

14905 28th Ave North Plymouth, MN

Hours:

3:15pm - 1:45am central time Monday - Thursday (Four 10hr shifts)

• Overtime as needed (Fridays)

Pay:

$19hr $1.50 shift differential (bi-weekly pay) bonus

Employment:

Direct Hire, 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.
• 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.
• Performs daily job duties in a safe manner and keeps their work area clean and organized at all times
• Complies with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.
• Performs any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.
• 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 different area.

**Skills, Abilities, and Experiences: **

Required:

• Highschool Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
• Must be able to read, understand, and carry out written and verbal instructions on performing the job as well as safety procedures.
• Capable of following detailed instructions, both written and verbal.
• Consistent ability to meet production goals for assigned processes while maintaining quality standards for the product.
• Ability to work in both a team and individual environment.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing, manufacturing or FDA regulated production environment.
• Experience working with automatic fillers and/or liquid filling lines.
• Drive to learn and grow within an organization.
• Critical thinking skills.

Other:

• Adheres to all company and departmental safety policies and guidelines.
• Complies with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.
• Up to 100% sitting, standing and walking in an 8-hour workday, more if working overtime.
• Safety Sensitive Position
• Ability to continuously wear personal protective equipment and/or clean room attire
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to 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
• 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 bonus participation.
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9 total) 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.