Production Associate I - Apligraf

About Us

We are a leading regenerative medicine company in the advanced and acute wound care space, developing products specially designed for the successful treatment of chronic and acute wounds. Our comprehensive portfolio of skin substitutes and other regenerative medicine products empowers patients with life-changing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture Apligraf according to established Master Batch Records and Operating Procedures.
• Prepare all media and sanitizing agents used in the Production areas.
• Adhere to all Operating Procedures, protocols, policies, regulatory requirements, GMP, and safety guidelines.
• Ensure batch records are complete and compliant with all protocols.
• Operate all clean room equipment properly.
• Maintain all required records and adhere to established guidelines for quality control procedures, GMP’s, and safety.

Requirements

• Certificate in Biotechnology and/or a minimum of 1-2 years relevant experience.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in biology or related science and/or 0-2 years experience preferred.
• Quality Systems regulations (cGMP) knowledge and clean room experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in aseptic technique, GMP, and clean room protocols desired.
• Basic knowledge of lab techniques.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity, coordination, and some lifting required.

Physical Requirements

• Medium work, occasionally lifting objects up to 40 lbs.
• Standing up to 6.5 hours/day.
• A pre-employment physical and lift test is required for this position.

Benefits

• 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective on day one of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account (for medical 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 BJ’s Wholesale, Dell, Sullivan Tire, and Sprint.

Pay

The anticipated hourly rate for this role is $24.04 per hour.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm. Some holidays required.