Arthrex is a global medical device company and leader in orthopedics medical education. Arthrex is actively searching for a Sterilization Validation Technician I for our Ave Maria, FL location.Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Schedule: Monday Through Friday 8am-5pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Capable of scheduling sterilization validations and equipment qualifications as required.
• Be able to read, interpret and execute validation protocols.
• Initiate SOP, specification and cycle specification changes as required.
• Assist in the scheduling of truck deliveries/shipments and the preparation of sterilization loads.
• Responsible for documenting receipt, placement and processing of sterilization samples as needed.
• Support changes or approvals in manufacturing execution system, PLM and other systems as required.
• Perform computer transactions/tasks as related to load processing.
• Aid in the identification of problems and help to determine and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Participate in weekly communication meetings, process improvement projects, lean/sigma projects to establish best demonstrated practices for continuous improvement efforts throughout the operation.
• Operate production equipment/software on a limited basis to support validation or production activities.
• Finish the “certified operator” training program

Education and Experience                                                                                                                                                                                               

• High School diploma or equivalent required

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

• Ability to work at a desk, in an office area, or in a shipping area. Computer skills including Microsoft products and data entry, data acquisition and process operation software. Knowledge of and ability to implement FDA QSR requirements. Experience with process safety including hazard communication, respiratory safety, electrical safety and chemical handling safety procedures.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook) preferred. Navigates SAP, Agile, and Documentum systems independently.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Drug Free Workplace Screening: Employees in safety sensitive positions will be subject to drug screening prior to and during employment at Arthrex. The company’s drug testing procedure is part of the Arthrex Employee Reference Guide. (ERG).

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.