Tissue Processing Technician 1

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.  We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Participates in the activities required to manufacture autoimmune diagnostic products by following established procedures. Major duties include the manufacturing of tissue sections and their placement onto glass microscope slides for use in Immunofluorescent Assay products.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works with moving mechanical parts, potentially biohazardous material, potentially harmful chemicals and extreme cold. The employee will be required to work with an extremely sharp cutting blade. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Occasionally the noise level may be high for short durations. The work station requires the employee to remain seated for long periods of time in a prescribed position with hands exposed to a cold environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent; with 4-8 years laboratory work experience. In some instances, exceptions to the years of experience can be made based on management discretion. Excellent manual dexterity required. Ability to work in a sitting position for long periods of time. Ability to work with hands in a cold environment. Working knowledge of usage of a light microscope and basic histology experience.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, manufacturing documents and SOPs. Ability to write routine reports and SOPs and complete documentation of manufacturing activities. Ability to speak effectively with co-workers or other employees of organization.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to use the metric system. Ability to count items accurately.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must be able to work in a sitting position for long periods of time. Fine motor actions of hands, wrists and fingers are required along with the ability to withstand repetitive hand, wrist and finger movement in cold temperatures for long periods of time. The ability to use hands to manipulate, finger, handle or feel is required. The employee must be able to reach with hands and arms; and talk, see and hear. The employee may be required to stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise  our Werfen team.

$19/hr - $23/hr

Individual compensation is based on the candidate's experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget and or other business and organizational needs. 

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. 

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

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