Processing Technician I

At CellRight Technologies we are all truly cognizant that it all starts with a family's selfless act of allowing their loved one to be a donor. Each employee understands we are stewards of this gift and so honored to participate in meeting the needs of our recovery partners donor families and transplant recipients.

We share the idea that we want to adapt and introduce new technologies and products to advance healthcare options for patients and their clinicians. We involve our stakeholders, patients, surgeons, medical support teams, hospitals, regulatory and others, to ensure that we meet our mission to maximize the true gift of donation.

Join us and help make a difference! We are seeking a Processing Technician I to become an integral part of our team.

We offer an affordable and competitive benefit package to all full-time employees which includes employer paid health coverage. We also offer dental, vision, life, 401(k), and up to 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year to name a few.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prepare and process musculoskeletal tissue and dermis for surgical implantation. The process requires the use of aseptic technique, machinery, instrumentation and equipment to evaluate, cut, shape and package tissue that meets specification. Responsible for performing human tissue processing activities in accordance with FDA regulations, AATB Standards and SOPs.

Hours: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Pay: From $18.00 an hour and based on experience

ESENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Package and label transplantable tissue

• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, clean, maintain, and monitor equipment and instruments used in processing.

• Package and prepare supplies and equipment used in processing.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times. Follow general laboratory and OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards.

• Ensure appropriate QC samples are collected during processing, labeled appropriately and handled in such a manner to ensure traceability and quality.

• Perform lab support functions, set-up and breakdown of rooms, collect environmental samples, handle donor tissue, and maintain supplies and equipment on a daily basis.

• Operate steam autoclaves for sterilization of instruments, equipment, and consumable supplies used in the processing of tissue.

• Operate a lyophilizer, bone mills, band saws, CNC machines and other pieces of equipment used in the production, packaging and storage of tissue.

• Safely prepare and use germicides, sporacides, other cleaning solutions to disinfect and clean surfaces according to protocol.

• Safely dispose of hazardous and nonhazardous waste generated during the manufacturing process

• Accurately complete paperwork and perform data entry where required.

• Maintain a proficient working knowledge of AATB Standards, cGMP/cGTP, and CRT Policies and Procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality of donor and recipient information.

• Assists in performing scheduled preventative maintenance and maintaining the calibration of processing equipment.

• Complete annual training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend information and to effectively communicate information to colleagues at various levels.

• Ability to apply knowledge and skills to complete assigned work within own area.

• Recognizes problems and uses existing procedures to assess solutions.

• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.) required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in processing human tissue for surgical implantation preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

• Prefer knowledge and understanding of Good Documentation Practice (GDP), Good Tissue Practice (GTP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMAND:

• Must be able to stand for 80% of the working day

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment for at least 90% of shift.

• Must be able to lift and carry 1 to 50 lbs.

Tissue Regenix/CellRight Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tissue Regenix/CellRight Technologies is a Tobacco & Drug-Free workplace.

About Tissue Regenix/CellRight Technologies:

Founded in 2012, CellRight was acquired and became a subsidiary of Tissue Regenix Group, a pioneering, international medical technology company, with a focus on the need of growth and regenerative medicine in tissue-based scaffolds. Together we continue to help transform the treatment of patients in three key areas: BioSurgery, Orthopedics, and Dental. To ensure the performance of our products in the clinical environment, our manufacturing facility recovers, processes, and distributes human tissue for our innovative product line. Join us and help make a difference! To learn more, visit www.tissueregenix.com.