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The Tissue Processing Technician will carry out manufacturing practices in a cGMP biotechnical facility. The position entails the manual processing of porcine urinary bladders, which includes all aspects from collections of raw materials to packaging of the final product. Following training, work will be expected to be performed independently to a high degree of standard in biomaterial handling, always following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Tissue Processing Technician I is the entry level into the Tissue Processing Technician job group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collection of raw materialsRinse and initial cleaning of raw materials upon receiptSeparation and removal of unwanted tissuesDisinfectionPreparation of storage and cleaning solutionsDocument and track materials and solutionsProcess raw materials for final product including, but not limited to cutting/trimming to size, lyophilizing, and packagingPerform inspections during processing as called for in SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).Build, cut, package and label devicesCross-train and perform duties as needed in different process areas (clean rooms, raw materials etc.)Make suggestions that would improve the work environment or material processingKeep track of when supplies become low or need to be purchasedPerform other tasks as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalentSimilar experience preferred Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesGood work ethic, dependable and punctualAble to work well in both group setting and independentlyFlexible and adaptable to changing assignmentsWorking knowledge of GMP and ISO standards preferred  

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Operation of specialty equipment (ex: lyophilizer, condenser, die press, etc.)  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Repetitive motion of wrists, arms, and handsLifting of up to 40 lbs.Standing for two hours or more; sitting for two hours or moreAbility to properly apply and remove sterile gowningAbility to work with raw materials (porcine bladders)  Clean room environment; must be able to properly gown and de-gownHandling of raw materials (porcine bladder) requiredMay encounter strong odor of strong cleaning material  

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