Security Officer I (Thursday – Sunday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm shift)
Penumbra
Summary
Under direct supervision, the Security Officer I is responsible for the general physical security of facilities and the Company’s Alameda campus grounds. The security officer is expected to accurately document and communicate any irregular or unusual conditions on an ongoing basis. This position will require the selected employee to work a set schedule of Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Job description
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide a visible presence to discourage vandalism, theft, and burglary.
- Observe, report, and effectively communicate all site conditions.
- Conduct onsite patrols and prevent access to unauthorized personnel.
- Notify and coordinate site emergency response.
- Document and report facilities, health, and environmental safety issues.
- Interact cordially and professionally with employees and visitors.
- Assist in monitoring and securing miscellaneous hazardous materials used in the production process.
- Maintain all credentials necessary to perform as a Proprietary Private Security Officer.
- Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
- Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
- Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications Required
- High School diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Maintain all credentials necessary to perform as a Proprietary Private Security Officer.
- Internal candidates must be in good standing with the company.
- Ability to pass a background check with no convictions related to moral turpitude.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (at least 50 minutes per hour).
- Working knowledge of standard office tools required.
- Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to communicate with all employees.
- Ability to work a schedule of Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Position Qualifications Desired
- 2+ years of experience as a Security Guard and certification preferred.
Working Conditions
- General office, laboratory, warehouse, shipping/receiving and cleanroom environments.
- Willingness and ability to work on site is required.
- The assigned schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
- Requires some lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
- Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.
- Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
- Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.
- Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Maintain all credentials necessary to perform as a Proprietary Private Security Officer
- Internal candidates must be in good standing with the company
- Ability to pass a background check with no convictions related to moral turpitude
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (at least 50 minutes per hour)
- Working knowledge of standard office tools required
- Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to communicate with all employees
- Ability to work a schedule of Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm
- 2+ years of experience as a Security Guard and certification preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
Company overview
Penumbra, Inc. is a global medical device company headquartered in Alameda, California, specializing in innovative interventional therapies for challenging vascular conditions. Founded in 2004 by Arani Bose and Adam Elsesser, the company has established itself as the world's leading thrombectomy company, focusing on developing advanced technologies for ischemic stroke, pulmonary embolism, and acute limb ischemia treatment. Penumbra's flagship technology is Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy (CAVT), a revolutionary platform that combines sophisticated algorithms with maximum aspiration power to enable rapid, safe, and effective blood clot removal. The company's product portfolio includes the Lightning Flash, Lightning Bolt, and Penumbra ENGINE systems, which are designed to address thrombus removal from head-to-toe with unprecedented speed and precision. Operating in over 100 countries, Penumbra supports healthcare providers through its direct sales organization and distributor networks, consistently delivering clinical innovations that improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. As a publicly traded company on the NYSE (PEN) with approximately 4,200 employees, Penumbra continues to pioneer advancements in endovascular care while maintaining a strong commitment to research and development in the medical device sector.