Machine Tender

## Position Summary

Under general supervision and guidance from Automation Team Leads, Shift Supervisors, and Technicians the Automation Machine Tender supports the operation of the Automation equipment. The machine tender is responsible to start and stop the equipment and tend to routine equipment alarms and faults.  The Automation Machine Tender is very aware of safety procedures and strictly adheres to all safety, manufacturing, Quality and Continuous Improvement policies and procedures.
The work performed is fast paced requiring movement from station to station for the majority of hours worked.  Firm or fine grasping or manipulation with both hands is required.  Performs quality assurance analysis during machine operation to prevent defective product from being produced and potentially reach the end user. Supports the Water Spiders daily with ensuring material flow and material traceability remain in control at all time.

Shift Hours: Sunday - Thursday & 10:00pm – 6:00am
Pay: $18.60 - $24.46 per hour

## What you will do as a Material Handler

•    Start and stop the equipment and tend to routine equipment alarms and faults
•    Maintain and follow 6S (Workplace Organization Standards). Engagement on 7 steps, and improvement events is expected so that the Machine Tender can provide input to implement containment actions and countermeasures to resolve quality, or process issues. 
•    Follow Standard Operating Procedures, Manufacturing Procedures, and other regulatory requirements at all times.
•    Work in a fast-paced environment communicating and interacting with automated equipment and other team members during the work period
•    Produce product that meets quality expectations
•    General cleaning as needed: Keep equipment clean and free of misc. parts, empty trash, clean work area daily, clean shop equipment, sweep, mop, wipe down area
•    Perform Water Spider duties and support other water spiders with material handling and work order change overs 
•    Supports the automation technicians to ensure targets for safety, quality and productivity are met or exceeded
•    Must be a team player with strong communication skills
•    Works in a team environment with all levels of the organization. May be asked to perform other tasks as required

## The Experience, Skills, and Abilities

Required:
•    High School Diploma or GED
•    Minimum of 1 year of related manufacturing experience required.  
•    Fill hoppers for water spiders.

Preferred:
•    Minimum of 1-2 years’ hands-on experience maintaining and/or operating automated equipment is strongly preferred.
•    Mechanical and/or technical certification and/or training are strongly preferred.

Other: 
•    Lift, Push, Pull up to 50 lbs. 
•    Must be able to work on their feet and be able to twist or turn the body continuously through the day; must be able to reach shoulder height continuously.
•    Job requires repetitive movement of both hands continuously, six to eight hours daily.

## What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:
•    Market Competitive Pay
•    Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
•    Long/short Term disability coverage
•    401(k) with company match
•    Maternity & Paternal Leave
•    Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
•    Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
•    Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is $18.60 - $24.46. 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 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.