Operator

Company Overview

Sotera Health, inspired by the Greek goddess Soteria, is committed to “Safeguarding Global Health®.” The company is a leading global provider of mission‑critical sterilization, lab testing, and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With nearly 200 years of combined tenure across its businesses, Sotera Health ensures the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners worldwide. It operates 64 facilities, employs over 3,000 people, and serves more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical‑device companies and 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.

Hiring Event

Join the Sterigenics hiring event in Charlotte, NC on Monday, August 17 and Tuesday, August 18, from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM at Sterigenics, 10821 Withers Cove Park Dr., Charlotte, NC 28278. Bring your resume for on‑the‑spot interviews and immediate hiring opportunities for multiple positions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system pressure, temperature, and relative humidity on charts or computer monitors.
• Turn valves and adjust controls to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Observe sterilizers and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and assist with repairs as needed.
• Document and record process readings.
• Report any damaged product to the Shift Supervisor or Process Supervisor.
• Report system problems to the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Technician.
• Perform daily and weekly equipment preventative‑maintenance tasks and assist Maintenance as required.
• Store and remove chemicals used in processing in accordance with established procedures and laws.
• Participate on plant safety committees and follow all established safety rules and regulations.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor and Certified Operators.

Supervision

Upon certification, the Operator will oversee the work of Operator Level I and Level II personnel.

Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months to one year of experience in a sterilization environment (desired).
• Ability to complete Operator Certification within 18 months.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Proficiency with basic arithmetic (whole numbers, fractions, decimals) in all units of measure.
• Willingness to work established shifts.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lb and perform repetitive bending and lifting motions.
• Forklift driving experience.
• Computer skills (desired).

Special Requirements

• Medical approval for respirator use.
• Tolerance for exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120 °F and 60 % RH for 20 minutes).
• Ability to handle drums weighing up to 700 lb with a drum dolly.
• Experience with EO sterilization of products (desirable).

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) program with company match that vests immediately.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Free financial planning assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Education assistance.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).