Secondary Machine Operator

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

As a Secondary Machine Operator you will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of drilling and sawing machinery. Work is performed in accordance with the instructions provided by the department supervisor or manager (or other designated individual). The employee is expected to carry out the assignments, free of direct supervision, except for more complicated jobs.

Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm Monday - Friday

What you will do as a Secondary Machine Operator

• Setup and safely operate single spindle, multiple spindle, radial-armed drills, and cut-off saws.
• Lay out and perform drilling, tapping, reaming and sawing functions per blueprint specifications.
• Read and interpret STERIS® blueprints, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) including travelers, and other working documents.
• Maintain equipment by ensuring the proper coolant concentration and oil levels are present, including adding coolants and oils when necessary.
• Apply cutting and tapping fluids to materials and cutting tools to reduce heat and assist with chip removal.
• Use required measuring instruments and gages to check and ensure parts meet dimensional requirements.
• Complete all projects, assignments, and duties as directed and instructed by the area supervisor.
• Take responsibility for the quality of all parts by inspecting and immediately reporting any problems, discrepancies or irregularities to the supervisor.
• Follow 5S methodology to keep machines and work area clean, neat and orderly on a daily basis.
• Remain safety conscious at all times, wearing all prescribed personal protective equipment and by observing all safety rules stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Conform to all policies, procedures and rules of conduct as communicated through the Employee Handbook.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal or no supervision if needed.
• Exhibit teamwork by working cohesively with co-workers to continuously improve.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments and gages.
• Must be capable of lifting 40 pounds without assistance.

Other:

• Knowledge, understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing tools, such as, 5S, Kanban Inventory, Visual Management, Waste elimination, and Root Cause Problem Solving are preferred.
• Ability to make decisions and stay quality focused.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and members of the leadership team.
• Assist with training other operators.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, both written and oral.
• Ability to adapt to conditions as dictated by business requirements.
• Ability to work with others.
• Willingness to work overtime, if required.

What STERIS Offers

We Value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your heath, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Long/short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is $16.14 - $20.89 . 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 but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit .

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.