Tissue Processing Tech

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Full‑Time, West Lafayette, IN, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $17.00 to $20.00 Hourly

Pay Rate: $17–$20/hour based on experience

Annual Bonus Eligibility: $2500.00

This position follows a 4/10 schedule in our West Lafayette facility, Wet Production area:

• Breaks:
  One 30‑minute unpaid lunch and two 15‑minute paid breaks per shift

About Evergen: Evergen (formally RTI Surgical) is a global industry‑leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) in regenerative medicine. As the only regenerative medicine company that offers a differentiated portfolio of allograft and xenograft biomaterials at scale, Evergen is headquartered in Alachua, FL, and has manufacturing facilities in West Lafayette, IN., Eden Prairie and Glencoe, MN., Neunkirchen, DE., and Marton, NZ.

The Tissue Processing Tech position at West Lafayette in Wet Production offers a clear, structured career path from entry‑level to highly skilled technician. New team members start with hands‑on, one‑on‑one training with a dedicated trainer, allowing plenty of time to learn, practice, and adapt before working independently.

In this role, employees will develop technical skills in their assigned areas, gain an understanding of Evergen’s rules and regulations, and build confidence in reading and following work instructions. Team members work in a supportive, collaborative environment and gradually transition to working with minimal supervision as they grow in their role.

Team members typically arrive a few minutes early for their shift to go into the locker room and put on their required PPE — including shoe covers, hair nets, face masks, and frocks/gowns. After gowning, the team attends a morning meeting to review the daily tasks and priorities.

• Performs tissue processing activities that produce the highest level of quality and yield outcomes in accordance with Work Instructions (IWs).
• Responsible for accurately processing tissue products and meeting production schedules.
• Works safely, dons appropriate PPE, and applies excellent aseptic techniques in a clean room / controlled environment performing individual tasks or contributing to a team effort.
• Understands requirements to properly dispose of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste.
• Accurately completes paperwork and performs data entry in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Perform duties to support key annual performance metrics for operations.
• Propose and implement continuous improvement ideas.
• Speak, listen and act honestly, positively and considerately.

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven track record of reliability, a great attitude, and desire to learn.

• Move or lift heavy objects (10–50 pounds).
• Be able to stand most of shift.

• Environment:
  Physically demanding and sensory‑challenging, including wet and odorous conditions.
• Constant wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) that is provided and required.
• Limited exposure to hazardous chemicals; all tasks are performed in accordance with strict safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Evergen provides customers across a diverse set of market segments with leading‑edge expertise, scale, and flexibility across end‑to‑end services including design, development, regulatory support, verification and validation, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Evergen is rooted in a steadfast commitment to quality, integrity, and patient safety with a focus on five key values:

• Accountable: We own our actions and decisions.
• Agile: We embrace change to stay ahead of the curve and evolve to drive innovation and growth.
• Growth Mindset: We embrace challenges as opportunities for continuous learning.
• Customer‑Centric: We prioritize customers at every touch point.
• Inclusive: We thrive on the richness of our diversity and ensure every voice is heard, respected, and celebrated.

At Evergen, we are committed to fostering an…