Biomaterials Production Technician I - First Shift

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the Role?

The Biomaterials Production Operator is responsible for processing biomaterials within a production laboratory environment, supporting hydrophilic button manufacturing while ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and production procedures. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product quality through precise manufacturing processes, equipment operation, inspections, documentation, and adherence to regulated manufacturing practices.

To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with company procedures and quality standards.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Follow all applicable manufacturing procedures, quality standards, GMP requirements, and line clearance processes to ensure compliant production operations.

• Maintain accurate production records and documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), including recording accepted and rejected quantities.

• Perform visual, manual, and automated inspections to identify defects and verify product quality throughout the manufacturing process.

• Support biomaterial processing activities including coating preparation, polymerization, grinding, lathing, sawing, washing, sorting, packaging, and final product preparation.

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform setup activities on manufacturing equipment to maintain process efficiency and product quality.

• Conduct dimensional measurements and inspections to ensure products meet established specifications and quality standards.

• Complete batch documentation and device history records (DHRs) accurately and ensure production records are ready for quality review and release.

• Monitor production processes, equipment performance, and process efficiency while escalating quality or process concerns as needed.

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces while ensuring equipment and manufacturing areas meet operational standards.

• Support non-conformance investigations, quality processes, and corrective actions while adhering to established procedures.

• Train and support production operators to ensure process consistency and training effectiveness.

• Assist with inventory management activities, material verification in SAP, and production support activities.

• Collaborate closely with technicians, leads, supervisors, and quality teams to communicate production, quality, and safety concerns.

• Provide operational support and assist with lead responsibilities when needed.

• Perform additional duties and cross-functional support activities as assigned.

Do you qualify?

• Working knowledge and understanding of applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manufacturing processes, and supporting documentation practices.

• Ability to apply sound judgment and use practical problem-solving skills to resolve challenges and follow work instructions effectively.

• Basic math proficiency including algebra, statistical analysis, standard deviation calculations, and chemical concentration calculations.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety procedures, operating instructions, maintenance guidelines, and manufacturing documentation.

• Strong commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to safety policies and regulations.

• High attention to detai