Tissue Processing Tech 1

Evergen • West Lafayette, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Evergen is hiring a Tissue Processing Tech at its West Lafayette, Indiana facility. The role offers a structured career path, beginning with hands-on, one-on-one training from a dedicated trainer. Employees develop technical skills in their assigned areas, learn company rules and regulations, and build confidence reading and following work instructions before transitioning to work with minimal supervision. The position works in a supportive, collaborative production environment.

Before each shift, team members put on required personal protective equipment (PPE), including shoe covers, hair nets, face masks, and frocks or gowns. They attend a morning meeting to review the day's tasks and priorities. Work is performed in a clean room or controlled environment and involves tissue processing under strict quality, safety, and documentation requirements.

The position is based in the Dry Production area at 1425 Innovation Place, West Lafayette, Indiana. It follows a 9/80 schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; every other Friday is off, and working Fridays are 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Each shift includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch and two 15-minute paid breaks. The role has limited exposure to hazardous chemicals, with tasks performed under strict safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A proven track record of reliability.
• A positive attitude and desire to learn.
• Ability to move or lift objects weighing 10–50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for most of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue processing activities in accordance with work instructions to achieve high-quality and yield outcomes.
• Process tissue products accurately and meet production schedules.
• Work safely, wear appropriate PPE, and apply aseptic techniques in a clean room or controlled environment.
• Perform individual tasks and contribute to team efforts.
• Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste appropriately.
• Complete paperwork accurately and enter data in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Support key annual operations performance metrics.
• Propose and implement continuous-improvement ideas.
• Communicate and act honestly, positively, and considerately.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Holiday pay
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Annual bonus eligibility of $2,500

What This Job Offers

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