Tissue Processing Operator I

Integra-Lifesciences; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Integra LifeSciences is seeking a Tissue Processing Operator I to perform manufacturing operations in a clean room environment and support quality systems. The role requires following GDP/GSOP practices, ensuring safety, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet production targets.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with training and overtime as needed. The position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory standards in a sterile setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 0-2 years of experience.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture biologically derived medical devices in a clean room.
• Complete required documentation following GDP/GSOP.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP/ISO systems.
• Follow batch processing per procedures and forms trained to.
• Operate processing inspection equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English literacy

Overtime flexibility

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lyophilizers

pH meters

Thermometers

Slicers

Job description

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

The Tissue Processing Operator I is responsible for executing manufacturing operations on site. Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work environment. Completes work in a timely manner and performs all tasks with emphasis on safety. Works collaboratively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other functional experts to support all daily operational activities. Consults with management to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems. Functions in conjunction with manager and functional experts on special department projects. Works with internal departments to ensure implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the quality management system. Performs the essential duties and responsibilities as listed in section below.

SHIFT SCHEDULE Monday-Friday, 8hrs, 6:00AM-2:30PM.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Reports to Manufacturing Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manufacture biologically derived medical devices in a clean room environment (must be willing and able to follow clean room dress code requirements).
• Accurately and completely fill out required documentation, following GDP GSOP requirements
• Maintain compliance to cGMP/ISO systems
• Follow batch processing per procedures and forms trained to
• Operate processing inspection equipment
• Maintain inventories of materials
• Participate in process improvement and validation activities
• Complete and pass all training and re‑training requirements on‑time
• Perform general cleaning of the clean rooms and other manufacturing spaces
• Perform general maintenance tasks as required
• Must be comfortable in working with animal tissue (skin and/or biological fluid)
• Perform all tasks with the emphasis on safety – Be respective of a ZERO tolerance policy
• Perform all tasks safely and thoroughly in a timely manner
• Follow SOP’s, Work Instructions, and other company policies and instructions at all times
• Use company provided PPE, manufacturing equipment, chemicals, and other equipment safely, responsibly, and compliantly
• Maintain good attendance and scheduled work hours
• Must be comfortable working with sharp rotary blades
• Must be comfortable working in a cleanroom with required PPE
• Must be able to work in teams and assist site with additional tasks as requested
• Must be able to have good vision and ability to read measurement instrumentation for inspection
• Must be able to safely lift and place items up to 50-60lbs.
• Must be computer literate/Word/Excel, etc.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum required education and experience: High School Diploma or equivalent with 0-2 years of experience
• Excellent Attendance Record
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Computer literacy is required
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Reliable Transportation

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Lyophilizers (freeze dryers), pH meters, thermometers, balances (scales), sonicators, mixers, drop indicator, slicer machines, scalpels, temperature recorders, sealing machines

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities and skills required of position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, speak and have the ability to move throughout all locations of the building. The employee is required to go to all areas of the company. The employee may be required to periodically lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to travel via car, train and/or airplane to domestic and international locations as needed.

Salary Pay Range: $19.19 - $25.43 USD Hourly

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

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