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Come join our team at Medline in Redmond, Oregon and be a part of one of the nation’s largest medical manufacturing and distribution companies! Medline ReNewal partners with hospitals across the country to reprocess single-use-devices, helping extend their life cycle and reduce environmental impact. Each year, our work diverts millions pounds of waste from landfills, making a meaningful difference for healthcare and the planet.
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We are now hiring for a Machine Operator! A Machine Operator is responsible for the initial sorting, photographing, decontaminating and drying of all invasive medical devices in the Redmond, Oregon facility. All work performed must comply with Medline ReNewal’s standard operating procedures as well as FDA guidelines to ensure patient safety. Decontamination Technicians must be able to work with strong smells (chemicals, body fluids) while handling contamination and/or sharp surgical instruments.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Receive containers of devices from receiving team and confirm all necessary paperwork present
- Sort each bin of incoming contaminated devices by device type in a safe manner
- Document devices received and forward to appropriate decontamination area or reject if it is a device that is not eligible for reprocessing
- Take appropriate steps to decontaminate devices which may be one or more of the following; Use chemical soaks to sanitize and loosen debris, Load devices into baskets and place in ultrasonic bath to loosen debris, Steam clean/scrub devices, Scrub devices with variety of implements to remove debris (blood, human tissue)
- Dry, cleaned devices using compressed air
- In each duty previously listed, technician must confirm devices are kept separate according to documentation and/or organizational system
- Verify that devices being sent to next production area are an exact match to documentation and paper records, sign off on documents
- Assist other departments as needed to ensure production output meets or exceeds goals
- Other duties as assigned
Here’s some highlights of what we have to offer:
- $1,000 Sign On Bonus if Hired
- Set 40-hour Weekly Schedules with Consistent Work Hours
- Climate Controlled Environment
- Company paid scrubs after 90 days of employment
- 3 Choices of Medical Insurance Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending Programs
- 401k with Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
- Onsite “Mini-Market”
- Monthly Employee Treats and Lunches
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
- Incredible Employee Discounts on Medical Products
Required Qualifications:
- Must be able to communicate in basic English with management and co-workers (Speak and advanced reading ability required)
- Must be able to use a computer to locate information and print reports
- Stand for 8 hour shift with appropriate meal and rest breaks
- Work in a room with sinks, racks, tables, and limited room for movement
- Work in a room with continuous moderate to high level of noise, humidity, and moisture
- Lift, push, or pull batches of devices averaging 45 lbs up to 10 times a day
- Perform repetitive tasks, some of which are small motion tasks through the entire shift
- Able to focus and work safely with sharp contaminated devices at a fast pace
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Any prior experience in a manufacturing role is preferred
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position:
$17.25 - $25.00 Hourly
The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.
We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
