Sterile Services Assistant (11:00am - 7:30pm)

DescriptionStreck ProvidesA challenging, safe and rewarding work environment.No night or weekend shifts.Excellent work life balance.Affordable, high-quality apartments for employees.Market competitive pay.Comprehensive and inclusive benefits.Great team environment.On and off campus career development opportunities.Summary of ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for assisting with the operations associated with cleaning and sterilization of labware for use in research and manufacture of Hematology, Histology, Immunology, and Chemistry control products. An Assistant 1 will carry out Sterile Services tasks as defined in company work instructions for cleaning and sterilizing equipment, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, filling out appropriate documentation and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.Essential Duties and FunctionsRinse all labware of blood and other particulates before washing.Wash labware in concise manner following proper departmental procedures for labware washing.Inspect all labware for cleanliness prior to sterilization.Prep all labware for sterilization following proper departmental procedures.Monitor rinse work areas to ensure steady work flow.Load and unload labware/glassware into dry heat ovens and autoclaves. Annotate all items on daily log.Check printouts of autoclaves to ensure proper time and temperatures have been reached.Clean all floors, equipment and table tops as per proper departmental procedures.Clean and disinfect all laboratory carts and tanks.Maintain daily cleaning logs.Report any problems or personnel issues to the Production Supervisor.Maintain proper clean room sterility procedures including washing hands when entering and leaving the laboratory.Report all information pertinent to the production schedule to the Production Supervisor.Comply with all departmental and company safety procedures and regulations.Utilize proper universal safety precautions at all times.Adhere to all ISO, FDA and other applicable standards as defined by the Streck Quality System.Adhere to all Streck and department procedures and safety guidelines when using all equipment.Perform all duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.Position RequirementsMust be mature, dependable, well organized, and detail oriented.Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently, both orally and in writingGood work history.Dishwashing experience may be helpful.Technical CompetenciesComputer proficient for email, document training, reviews, and time clock.Ability to follow proper aseptic procedures to prevent cross contamination and ensure sterility.Ability to use hand tools to take apart and reassemble labware correctly.Ability to follow written instructions on proper procedures within the department.Work Environment/Travel DemandsThe work environment is a climate-controlled biological/chemical laboratory. Occasional short durations to cold temperatures inside walk-in coolers. Ability to wear required laboratory clean room clothing (laboratory coats, hair bonnets, and beard covers (as applicable) and other safety/protective equipment (masks, gloves, and/or face shields for example) for up to two and a half hours consecutively. Travel demands for this position are estimated up to 0%. If travel is required, this travel may include customer visits, events/trade shows, and completion of presentations primarily throughout Domestic US or International regions. Employees must comply with all travel recommendations regarding "safe travel" according to company policies and guidelines, and all federal, state, local, and international orders.Physical and Mental DemandsMedium work exerting up to 55 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. This also includes standing for up to two and a half hours consecutively, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, stooping, fingering, and grasping. Expressing and receiving detailed information through written and oral communication. Also has an ability to make sound, appropriate, and prompt decisions within the guidelines of the role.**The work environment characteristics and physical demands stated in their respective sections are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations will be reviewed and considered. If approved, accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their assigned role.Visit www.streckcareers.comto learn more about Streck and apply for this opportunity. Streck is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Individuals with Disabilities & Protected Veterans/Affirmative Action employer and forbids discrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender stereotyping and caregiver status), sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.