Sterilization Technician
Job Summary
As a key member of our SVS team youll own day-to-day sterilization processing and support validation work partnering closely with Quality and your supervisor to deliver accurate orders on time.
Sterilization Processing
- Perform steam and EtO sterilization procedures for customer products according to prescribed protocols and manufacturing procedures.
- Read and correctly follow protocols and LSO procedure documents.
- Check each sterilization cycle record to confirm it meets acceptance criteria.
- Assemble and organize orders for processing and manage incoming and outgoing shipments.
Testing & Validation Support
- Perform Biological Indicator (BI) testing and initiate testing documentation for daily observation.
- Calibrate sensors and probes before and after sterilization.
- Wire steam sterilizers prior to validation when needed then retrieve analyze and finalize wire sensor and probe data.
- Assist with other validation-related duties as required.
Documentation & Quality Records
- Accurately and legibly complete cycle records process forms and test data sheets.
- Complete monthly charts for the Quality department.
Equipment Care & Maintenance
- Complete periodic preventive maintenance (PM) and EO testing.
- Perform routine sterilizer upkeep such as refilling printer paper and verifying the DI water supply for EtO sterilizers to keep operations running without interruption.
Communication & Teamwork
- Work directly with Quality and your supervisor to ensure order accuracy and timely completion.
- Keep Quality and cross-functional partners aligned on order requirements and validation timelines.
- Keep the SVS Supervisor informed on order progress issues procedural deviations and improvement opportunities.
- Take on other duties as assigned by the SVS Supervisor
Qualifications :
Skills & Experience
- High school diploma or a combination of education and work experience that meets the qualifications of the role.
- Training in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and a basic understanding of aseptic techniques.
- A proven record of successfully completing assigned tasks.
- Effective written and verbal communication and good people skills.
Mindset & Impact
- You stay focused on the task in front of you and produce error-free results.
- You work independently with minimal supervision and own your outcomes.
- You speak up early about issues deviations or better ways of doing things.
- You understand that every record you complete supports patient safety.
Additional Information :
Why Join LSO
- Mission-driven work that directly supports life-saving medical devices.
- Hands-on experience with steam and EtO sterilization a specialized and in-demand skill set.
- Regulated-industry experience inside an FDA-registered ISO 13485-certified company.
- A collaborative team where your contributions are visible and valued.
- Room to grow your technical and validation expertise.
Work Environment
- On-site at our Brea CA facility.
- Regulated medical device environment operating under FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485.
- Hands-on work with steam and ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilizers following established procedures.
- Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to walk up and down stairs repeatedly and walk extended distances as needed.
- Must be able to assemble and organize orders of up to 50 lbs for sterilization processing using appropriate equipment and tools.
Make an Impact
This is more than running a sterilizer. Every cycle you process and every record you complete helps confirm that a medical device is safe to use on a patient. If you want precise hands-on work that truly matters wed love to meet you.
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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
(www.lso-inc.com) is in North Orange County in the city of Brea, California. Life Science Outsourcing, Inc (LSO) is a contract manufacturer of medical devices with in-built capabilities to offer clients full-service solutions through our six divisions. Clients rely on LSO to perform a ... View more