Product Coordinator

Description

Product Coordinator

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Bayside)

Department: Production & Logistics

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Mon-Fri 8:15AM-5PM; OT as needed; Essential Personnel

Clinical Classification: Clinical

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization ("OPO") and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provisions of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the field of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health's success:

As a Product Coordinator, you would be the key point of contact for all related Dermis products/line extensions. You will work closely with Research & Development (R&D), Product Development (PD) & Engineering, and P&L Engineering Operations to coordinate the successful transfer and clinical launch of new products/improvements. You will also act as a resource person by performing research, analyzing information, providing documentation, preparing reports and implementing improvements.

Important: You will be required to sit, stand, bend, walk and lift up to 50 lbs. for the duration of the shift; as well as wear personal protective equipment to include: surgical gowns, masks, visors or goggles and caps.

This role is critical to the LifeNet Health mission because it is an important step in taking the donor's gifts and transitioning them to lifesaving and health restoring allografts for patients around the globe.

What you'll do:

• Identifies, documents and plans technician training for new product lines. Reviews and approves protocols, and reports during launch phase to ensure production is ready and can support initial build and subsequent launch quantities for clinical production. Works on design phase in collaboration with PD & Engineering.
• Works with PD & Engineering, R&D, and P&L Operations Engineering to optimize the existing equipment and processes for clinical production of grafts with safety and efficiency in mind as well as, for new product lines, determining feasibility of engineering equipment designs in the production environment.
• Serves as Continuous Improvement Champion by identifying opportunities, implementing changes, and writing protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and processing documents.
• Coordination of IQ/OQ/PQ (Installation, Operational and Performance Qualifications) execution with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering and Product Development. Responsible for ensuring validation required sample build is met.
• In collaboration with leadership, develop and meet budget requirements including cost savings targets.

What you'll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five (5) years of experience in tissue/regulated processing within a manufacturing environment
• One (1) year of demonstrated experience in product transfer requirements in a related industry
• Lean Certification of White Belt or higher OR PMP Certification
• Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) certification achieved within 2 years of employment and maintained throughout employment.

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Three (3) years' experience in specific technical area preferred.

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Self-motivated, self-directed and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Able to use analyze, assess, and develop problem solving approaches.
• Ability to communicate effectively to various audiences both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and have good time management skills.
• Ability to resolve issues professionally.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate multiple activities with a wide variety of disciplines within the company.

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won't find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Profit Sharing Plan
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career, leadership, and skill development opportunities
• Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
• Dedicated and passionate co-workers

*The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidate's qualifications including prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $21.96/hourly (entry-level qualifications) to $29.28/hourly (experienced in this role).

*Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

*This position is also eligible for an annual bonus based on certain criteria being met.

"All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. Further, nothing in this posting is intended to alter the "at will" relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise."

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.