Process Technician , 3rd Shift

MTF Biologics • Jessup, PA

21h • $21 - $24

About The Position

MTF Biologics is a global nonprofit organization that processes donated tissue for clinical applications. The Process Technician aseptically processes human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products for transplant in a controlled and regulated medical device environment. The role includes sterilizing and maintaining an ISO-certified cleanroom and working with potentially biologically hazardous tissue and waste. Technicians work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operation.

This is a third-shift position, scheduled Sunday night through Friday morning, 11:15 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Mandatory overtime may be required to meet business needs, including work on the scheduled workday, weekends, and holidays. The stated pay range is $21–$24 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to accurately add, subtract, measure, and calculate ratios for liquids and powders.
• Ability to work with potentially biologically hazardous tissue and waste and follow aseptic procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a 24/7 operation.
• Ability to work the stated overnight schedule and mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays, as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow applicable standard operating procedures and complete required new-hire competencies.
• Understand donor verification and check-in/check-out processes where applicable.
• Develop technical and tissue-product knowledge through classroom instruction, hands-on experience, and LMS training; maintain a greater than 90% LMS completion rate.
• Aseptically prepare safe, quality tissue and follow practices that minimize contamination.
• Complete required process certifications where applicable.
• Assist with semiannual and quarterly shutdown activities, including CORE breakdown, loading, and unloading.
• Wear appropriate attire and personal protective equipment.
• Verify sterile supplies and equipment before use and before exposure to tissue.
• Accurately and legibly document processing activities on controlled forms.
• Read timers and clocks, convert standard time to military time, and use measuring instruments such as rulers, micrometers, calipers, and graduated cylinders.
• Use sharps and cutting equipment cautiously and follow applicable procedures.
• Measure, label, and package tissue according to standard operating procedures.
• Prepare tissue and environmental samples for testing as requested.
• Follow work orders and Planning unit goals to maximize human tissue for transplant.
• Perform line-clearance accounting for process materials and inspect processed tissue and paperwork for quality.
• Place biological hazardous waste in appropriate containers or bags and label and document it according to procedure.
• Retrieve tissue from designated locations when needed and complete traceability logs.
• Process one donor at a time at a process location, then clean the environment and complete required documentation or data entry; work on multiple processes in separate locations when needed while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Transfer tissue to a freezer for storage and complete required documentation.
• Prepare chemicals in appropriate ratios for processing and cleaning when needed.
• Clean and sanitize cleanrooms and equipment using chemicals such as peracetic acid and ethanol.
• Use supplies on a first-in, first-out basis and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Perform assigned quality and safety observations.
• Enroll in and complete Business Etiquette and Effective Listening Skills classes in the Service Excellence Certification Program.
• Work with support departments as needed, including Process Engineering, Planning, Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Facilities, Supply Chain, Chemical Operations, R&D, Donor-Log-In, P&L, and Marketing.
• Take responsibility for professional development and results, and attend assigned internal and external training.
• Assist with special projects and perform additional assigned duties.

Benefits

• 4 weeks paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Adoption assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal insurance, and home and auto insurance
• Sword Health at-home physical therapy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED