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Material Handler I

Steris Corporation
paid time off, short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New Jersey, Whippany
9 Apollo Dr (Show on map)
Jul 14, 2025

Material Handler I
Req ID:

47420
Job Category:

Processing Operations
Location:


Whippany, NJ, US, 07981


Workplace Type:

Onsite

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.


Applied Sterilization Technologies (AST), We are One Team with One Goal. Through a network ofnearly 60 facilities globally, STERIS AST has been committed to patient safety by providing contract sterilization services to the medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer, and industrial communities for over 50 years. Our sterilization services ensure the safety of those who use these products, including our families, our friends, and ourselves.



The hourly pay rate for the Material Handler I (Union) position is $ 20.00, plus $1.20 per hour shift differential. Annual merit, bonus and incentive plans are also offered. This position works an 2nd Shift, Schedule is 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Mon. - Fri.

What you will do as a Material Handler I

  • Safely and accurately process Customer products according to established procedures within FDA, ISO, and GMP guidelines.
  • Utilize handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to transfer Customer product through the sterilization process
  • Load and unload Customer product manually or using automated equipment into the validated sterilization process
  • Place and retrieve monitoring devices on product to ensure proper sterilization levels
  • Comply with all health and safety requirements to work within facilities that utilize various industrial sterilization modalities; complete training and annual certification to use personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, safety shoes, respiratory protection equipment (SCBA))
  • Ensure safety and quality in all aspects of the job
  • Review work instructions along with vital policies and procedures
  • Take part in on-the-job training, overseen by your Hiring Manager
  • Demonstrate ability to meet the requirements of the job


The Experience, Skills, and Abilities Needed:

Required:



  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Lift up to 50lbs and work while seated or standing, using your hands (due to the physical nature of the job, requiring strength and endurance.
  • Experience working in a warehouse and forklift experience.



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 a brief overview of what we offer:



* Market Competitive Pay
* Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
* Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
* Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
* 401(k) with a company match
* Maternity and Paternity Leave
* Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
* Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career


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, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

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 and the use of affirmative action programs 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.



Req ID:

47420
Job Category:

Processing Operations
Location:


Whippany, NJ, US, 07981


Workplace Type:

Onsite

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