Vericel Corporation, a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, has an exciting opportunity for a top performing manufacturing professional looking to join and contribute to a commercial stage company with an established portfolio of unique advanced cell therapies and specialty biologics. Reporting directly to Manufacturing Management at Vericel, this is a great opportunity to join a high growth company with a strong balance sheet supported by a talented team of professionals who are committed to improving the lives of the patients we serve. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the execution of process steps to manufacture commercial cell therapy products meeting internal and regulatory requirements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions: Master core responsibilities of a Manufacturing Tech, Senior. Effectively report deviations and contribute to deviation investigations in TrackWise. Able to train in the role of an On the Job Trainer and become a Qualified Trainer. Able to make cell-culture decisions based on cell observations and guidelines in written procedures. Perform transactions in ERP system. In addition to being fully qualified in MACI or Epicel, cross train and qualify in at least one core competency e.g. 3T3, Media Prep, GP, TrackWise, OpCenter APS, Veeva, QT. Other duties as assigned. Leadership Responsibilities: Understanding, observing, and adhering to the goals and policies outlined in Vericel?s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Being honest and treating people with respect and courtesy. Constantly striving to make Vericel a great place to work, and a company respected for the quality of its people and products. Serving as role models for our fellow employees and business partners by acting responsibly, fairly, and honestly in our dealings and exercising sound judgment in performing our jobs. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Basic Qualifications: Bachelor?s or higher degree (Life Sciences or related field) or equivalent with 0 - 2+ years of experience working in a cGMP environment in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry Biotechnology certificate with 1 ? 2+ years of experience working in a cGMP environment in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry or GED or equivalent with 4 - 6+ years of cGMP experience. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in small scale tissue culture processing. Experience working within a regulated environment that is frequently audited by internal and external Agencies, such as the FDA and ISO WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS May be required to sit for long periods of time while performing cell culture operations. Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs. Ability to work 1 weekend day per week. Rotating holiday coverage. Ability to gown and gain entry to manufacturing areas.