Sample Technician

## Position Summary

The Sample Technician supports Sales and Marketing initiatives by producing, assembling, and maintaining product samples for Customer demonstrations, evaluations, and promotional activities. Working closely with Product Management, the Lead Sample Technician, and the Sample Coordinator, this role ensures sample requests are fulfilled accurately, efficiently, and according to established specifications and quality standards.

## What You'll Do as a Sample Technician

- Prepare and fulfill product sample requests to support Sales and Marketing activities.
- Review sample specifications, instructions, and reference materials to determine required materials and production methods.
- Cut, assemble, sew, fold, package, and label samples according to established requirements.
- Document sample details, measurements, materials used, work instructions, and product notes.
- Maintain accurate records and catalogs of current and historical samples.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of patterns and templates for future sample production.
- Ensure completed samples are delivered on schedule for distribution.
- Follow all shop practices, gowning requirements, safety procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.
- Communicate production, equipment, material, or process concerns to management.
- Serve as a backup for the Lead Sample Technician as needed.
- Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer service.

## Education Degree
High School Diploma or GED
## What You'll Need to Be Successful

- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing, production, or operations environment.
- Minimum two (2) years of sewing experience, including the layout and construction of products or prototypes.
- Experience working from specifications, measurements, drawings, or work instructions.
- Ability to use sewing equipment, cutting tools, rulers, and other production-related equipment.

## Preferred Skills

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and procedures in English.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently with general direction and supervision.

Pay range for this opportunity is $22.50-$28.50.  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 www.steris.com .

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.