Production Technician

Company: Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
Location: Richmond
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Company Background: Aziyo Biologics, Inc. is a commercial-stage regenerative medicine company focused on creating the next generation of differentiated products and improving outcomes in patients undergoing surgery, concentrating on patients receiving implantable medical devices. Since its founding in 2015, the Company has created a portfolio of commercial-stage products used in cardiovascular, orthopedic, and reconstructive specialties. Position Overview The Production Technician is responsible for hands-on execution of a variety of activities in the Aziyo manufacturing area, which encompasses aseptic processing and packaging of tissue products for transplantation. The position is physically demanding and requires the use of sharp instruments including a band saw. All duties shall be performed in compliance with Good Tissue Practices (GTPs), American Association of Tissue Banks Standards, and Aziyo Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Several positions are available in the following departments: Production, Staging & Labeling and Lab Support. Position reports to Manager, Production. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow batch production records (BPRs) and SOPs for solution preparation, washing and dissection of tissues, as well as cutting, packaging, labeling and preservation of product.
• Compliant documentation of all operations in BPRs, forms, logbooks, and other controlled documents.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and other documentation as applicable to the scope of operations in the manufacturing facility.
• Contributes new ideas or techniques which may result in better service or improved quality of Aziyo products and processes.
• Prepare and submit samples for microbiological and other testing.
• Operates bandsaws, grinders, heat sealers, laminar flow hoods, and other equipment for processing as required.
• Comfortable working with human tissue and understands and is willing to practice Universal Precautions.
• Responsible for storage and tracking of product and materials to proper locations by scanning and updating logs.
• Performs special projects, single tasks or other related work as required.
• Responsible for following guidelines for safe working environment and report unsafe conditions to supervisor. Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience and Skills
    • 1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred.
    • Experience with aseptic technique and working in controlled environments (cleanroom).
    • Familiarity with good documentation practices.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong PC and data entry skills.
    • Demonstrated experience working in a team environment, while maintaining cooperative working relationships.
    • Demonstrated oral and written communication, critical thinking, basic arithmetic, and proper business etiquette skills.
    • Must be willing and able to work with potentially biohazardous materials, including cadaveric human tissue.
    • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment with proper gowning attire. Physical Requirements
      • Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
      • Some operations require bending, standing long hours, pushing and/or pulling objects to a machine or/on a cart. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and diversity in our workforce - M/F/D/V

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