What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate I-Collagen position at Organogenesis?
About Us
We are a leading regenerative medicine company in the advanced and acute wound care space and are always looking for exceptional talent. Join a company where you will have an opportunity to grow professionally and personally and give strength to others by Empowering Healing. Our advanced wound care products are specially developed for the successful treatment of chronic and acute wounds. Our comprehensive portfolio of skin substitutes and other regenerative medicine products empower our patients with life-changing solutions. Our strength is giving others strength.
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What You Will Achieve:
T he Production Associate I - Collagen performs activities involved in the production of Collagen These activities include, but are not limited to, protein purifications, filtrations, and titrations in the production of high quality, purified, sterile collagen for both internal and external customers. This position requires working in a regulated area under the direct supervision of a team leader or departmental supervisor .
How You Will Achieve It:
What can we offer you?
We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
We are a leading regenerative medicine company in the advanced and acute wound care space and are always looking for exceptional talent. Join a company where you will have an opportunity to grow professionally and personally and give strength to others by Empowering Healing. Our advanced wound care products are specially developed for the successful treatment of chronic and acute wounds. Our comprehensive portfolio of skin substitutes and other regenerative medicine products empower our patients with life-changing solutions. Our strength is giving others strength.
Learn more about Careers at Organogenesis
What You Will Achieve:
T he Production Associate I - Collagen performs activities involved in the production of Collagen These activities include, but are not limited to, protein purifications, filtrations, and titrations in the production of high quality, purified, sterile collagen for both internal and external customers. This position requires working in a regulated area under the direct supervision of a team leader or departmental supervisor .
How You Will Achieve It:
- Responsible for producing collagen by performing protein extraction and purification, filtrations and dilutions, and chemical sterilizations following cGMPs
- Responsible for performing in process testing including assays, titrations, and other color indicator testing
- Responsible for running specialized equipment including a continuous flow centrifuge
- Responsible for cleaning and assembling glassware and equipment for sterilization
- Responsible for completing production documentation in a timely manner
- Responsible for performing all tasks in compliance with company safety policies especially involving chemical safety and proper lifting techniques
- Provide assistance with process optimization and scale-up activities, if necessary
- May provide assistance to Engineering and Facilities Departments, as necessary, for equipment operation during calibration, validation, or repair
- Maintain laboratory inventory supply
- Responsible for writing of deviation reports, as necessary
- B.S. or A.S. in a biological science or equivalent and 0-2 years of relevant experience.
- Quality Systems regulations (cGMP) knowledge and clean room experience preferred but not required.
- Have some knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and equipment such as using pipets and balances
- Have physical abilities that include the ability to lift up and push/pull per the safety requirements, and have good dexterity
- Have the ability to work in cold room conditions (2-8°C)
- Have the ability to closely follow procedures and a good attention to detail
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Have good problem solving skills
- A pre-employment physical and lift test is required for this role
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment, for extend periods of time.
- Must have the ability to work in cold room conditions (2-8 degrees C)
- Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
What can we offer you?
- 401k -- generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage options effective on day one of employment
- Flexible Spending Account (medical expenses or dependent care expenses) or Health Savings Account
- Company paid insurances including Short Term, Long Term and Life insurances as well as voluntary options
- Paid maternity leave and parental leave for all new parents
- Adoption benefits
- Education Assistance Policy - $5,000 per year for all employees
- Wellness Program including free trainings on mental health, mindfulness, stress reduction, on-site flu shots and more
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick days, and company holidays
- Free parking including an electric charging station (Canton and La Jolla)
- Discounts at BJs Wholesale, Dell, Sullivan Tire, and Sprint
We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Salary : $5,000