Industrial Equipment Reliability Technician — Sterilization Operations

STERIS - Manufacturing Facilities

Northborough, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Blueprints, Commissioning, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - HVAC, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Medical Equipment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Production Control, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Record Keeping, Schematics, Sterilization, Telephone Skills, Traceability, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Northborough, MA
POSTED
5 days ago

Join STERIS AST as an Industrial Equipment Reliability Technician

At STERIS Applied Sterilization Technologies (AST), reliable equipment keeps life-saving products moving safely to patients and consumers worldwide. With 40+ years of contract sterilization leadership and a network of 50+ facilities, our work powers the medical device, pharmaceutical, consumer, and industrial supply chains.

A day on this team

Your shift starts at 7:00 PM. You scan the overnight work queue in the computerized maintenance system, pull spares from inventory, and head to the production floor. A sensor fault triggers on a conveyor line—you isolate the circuit, follow Lockout/Tagout, diagnose the issue with schematics in hand, and return the line to service. Later, you complete a scheduled PM on HVAC equipment, log GMP-compliant documentation, and update downtime records. Before handoff, you brief operations and the next tech on findings and upcoming work.

Core responsibilities

  • Drive uptime through predictive and preventive maintenance across equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
  • Assist with commissioning and installation of new assets and related utilities.
  • Complete routine safety and maintenance inspections with GMP-level documentation and traceability.
  • Answer maintenance calls as assigned in a 24/7 operation and rotate in on‑call coverage.
  • Administer spare parts usage, inventory accuracy, and track production downtime causes/corrective actions.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, lighting, electrical wiring, and mechanical systems.
  • Follow Lockout/Tagout, SDS/MSDS, environmental, and hot‑work procedures at all times.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and respond constructively to audit observations.
  • Grow technical capability via training, certifications, and hands‑on learning.
  • Use a CMMS to execute work orders, record maintenance, and complete assigned training.
  • Work in alignment with the STERIS Code of Business Conduct, GMPs, and all safety directives.

Schedule & pay

Schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Thursday – Saturday with rotating Wednesdays

Compensation: $30.00/hour + $1.25/hour shift differential

What you bring

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Hands-on knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical, or electrical systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and electrical/mechanical schematics.
  • Computer skills for work orders, documentation, and basic software.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs; strong verbal/written communication.
  • Able to wear a respirator and work in warm or industrial environments.

Preferred

  • PLC/controls exposure.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and math capability.
  • Self-directed with flexibility to shifting priorities.
  • Experience in industrial or manufacturing settings.

Other requirements

  • Dependable, punctual, and detail-focused team contributor.
  • Willing to support a 24/7/365 operation, including holidays.

Why STERIS

  • Market-competitive compensation.
  • Stable, long‑term careers with clear opportunities to advance.

Ready to apply?

Submit your application online or visit us at STERIS Northborough, MA.

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STERIS - Manufacturing Facilities