Why Tides Medical?

Joining Tides Medical means being a part of a healthcare team who is passionate about serving others, values integrity and quality, and excellent customer relationships.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Processing Supervisor, the Manufacturing Operator will perform hands-on execution of all routine sterilization processes for manufacturing located at the Tissue Bank. This role will focus on the safe operation of all major equipment for processing. Other duties may include sterile and non-sterile activities such as dissection, membrane processing, and packaging in controlled environments in accordance with established procedures and regulated guidelines. This position is fulltime and may require availability 7 days a week, including late hours and weekends when necessary. 

Essential Functions

This role should be able to perform the following in accordance with AATB, FDA, and Tides Medical stated policies and procedures while upholding Tides Medical’s mission and corporate values:

• Maintain confidentiality of all records and information, which pertains to donors, families, employees, the organization, and related areas
• Cleans and sanitize work area, all equipment, and all supplies
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures
• Operate processing equipment with a deep understanding of the machinery
• Abide by all safety protocols in place for operation of equipment
• Sterilize membrane using in-house equipment or packaging appropriate for 3rd party sterilization
• Basic troubleshooting of equipment throughout the process
• Document all processing activities performed accurately to maintain integrity and traceability of donor
• Aseptically process HCT/Ps according to Standard Operating Procedures
• Perform any and all of trained processes within expected processing times in order to meet production scheduling
• Effective operation, cleaning, maintenance and care of processing equipment under supervision
• Demonstrate an understanding of proper settings for processing equipment

• A High School Diploma; higher education/ certification preferred
• 2 years of previous experience in a regulated industry
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude for operation of equipment
• 2 years of previous experience operating equipment with an understanding of basic safety requirements 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent attention to detail
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Capability to develop the necessary skills required for the job functions

Work Environment

Physical demands:

• Must be able to stand for the full duration of a shift
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Must be able to write clearly and legibly 

Mental demands:

• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload

Environmental demands: 

• Must be able to complete tasks independently 
• Must be able to work in an isolated cleanroom for 8 hours at a time

This job requires close contact and potential exposure to biohazardous materials, containing blood and human tissue. All employees will be properly trained on the dangers and hazards of the job as well as safety precautions for handling and disposal of wastes.