Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is a small, highly collaborative team where every person plays a visible role in advancing next‑generation biomaterial technologies. As a Johns Hopkins University spinout founded in 2015 and based in Baltimore, MD, they combine scientific rigor with the agility of an early‑stage medical device company. Team members gain direct exposure to cutting‑edge materials science, GMP manufacturing, and the development of products designed to restore form and function for patients with soft‑tissue loss.

They offer:

• Mission‑driven work with clear patient impact in aesthetic and reconstructive medicine.
• Hands‑on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques and novel biomaterial platforms.
• Growth opportunities in a fast‑moving environment where initiative and curiosity are valued.
• Close collaboration with experienced leaders across scientific, clinical, and operational disciplines.
• A supportive culture that encourages learning, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the responsibilities of the role.

Role Summary

The Manufacturing Technician supports the production of in‑process materials, components, and finished medical devices by following established manufacturing protocols and strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This role requires strong attention to detail, consistent documentation, and hands‑on operation of specialized equipment and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing processes including electrospinning, cryomilling, plasma treatment, and chemical processing to produce composite materials.
• Support cross‑functional research and development activities.
• Draft, update, and improve work instructions, SOPs, and inspection procedures.
• Perform manufacturing investigations, root‑cause analysis, and trend analysis to resolve production issues.
• Execute process validation activities to confirm reproducibility, scalability, and ongoing quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, or related field (1–3 years of experience);
• OR 3+ years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with materials processing or machine operation.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage milestones, and execute tasks with high reliability.
• Experience working with work instructions, inspection procedures, or cleanroom manufacturing.
• Exposure to investigations, trend analysis, or CAPA processes.
• Familiarity with GMP manufacturing, FDA regulatory expectations, and quality systems.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus eligibility (5–10%)
• 3 weeks PTO (PTO bank includes sick time)
• 10 paid company holidays + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.