Jobs · OTHR · Texas

Sterilization Associate

Southend Pharmacy · Houston, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time

Cleanliness and Preparation

  • Clean, wash, inspect, and prepare glassware, stainless steel utensils, compounding equipment, and reusable materials
  • Operate dishwashers, glassware washers, autoclaves, and other sterilization equipment according to established procedures
  • Prepare equipment and materials for sterilization, packaging, labeling, storage, and production use
  • Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies, sterilization materials, and consumables
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout production, laboratory, storage, and support areas

Supporting Production

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout production, laboratory, storage, and support areas
  • Stage clean and sterilized equipment and materials to support daily production schedules
  • Assist with assembling compounding kits, utensils, and production materials
  • Follow all applicable SOPs, USP , USP , USP , and company quality standards

Quality Assurance

  • Monitor sterilization cycles and maintain accurate documentation and sterilization logs
  • Support internal audits, inspections, investigations, and quality initiatives
  • Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues promptly

Waste Management

  • Dispose of waste materials according to established company procedures

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate documentation
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Basic computer skills for documentation and recordkeeping
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including gloves, gowns, masks, and eye protection

Preferred Requirements

  • Associate degree or technical training in science, healthcare, manufacturing, or a related field
  • Previous experience in a pharmacy, laboratory, manufacturing, healthcare, food production, or sterile processing environment
  • Experience operating autoclaves or sterilization equipment
  • Familiarity with USP , USP , and USP standards
  • Experience supporting quality systems, inspections, or regulated environments

What We Offer

  • Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with company match, PTO, Flex days, holidays, and more!

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