Manufacturing Tech I

Smith & Nephew•Columbia, MD

34d•Hybrid

About The Position

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Responsible for hands-on execution of all activities in the manufacturing area including the processing and packaging of human tissue products for transplantation. All duties are performed in compliance with FDA cGMP/cGTP requirements, American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) standards, and Osiris Therapeutics Inc. standard operating procedures (SOPs). The candidate should have a commitment to high standards of quality.

Requirements

Associates degree in a life science
0-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
Stand for up to 4 hours at a time.
Proper PPE must be worn around disinfectants
Remain in PPE in a cleanroom environment for up to 8 hours.
Lift 30 pounds repeatedly.
Must have manual dexterity sufficient to cut finely with a scalpel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a life science preferred
Familiar with aseptic technique preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow batch production records (BPRs) and SOPs to manufacture human tissue products.
Utilize good documentation practices.
Assist in the preparation of documentation as applicable to the scope of operations in the manufacturing facility.
Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance.
Assist with technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing environment.
Perform cleaning and preparation of all equipment necessary for the daily manufacturing of products.
Assist and partake in 5S program.
Maintain appropriate inventories of supplies within the production area.
Become an expert in selected key areas of interest.
Perform housekeeping and general upkeep throughout the production area as required.
Participate in Manufacturing Mentor Program.