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Supervises Tissue Processing Lab Packaging personnel to ensure that allografts meet all specifications, and that the lab complies with quality and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities:

Manage staff to ensure all tissue is processed within specifications and quality is maintained. * Manage staff to perform all tasks for efficient operation of the laboratory. * Manage, schedule, and ...

Manage staff to ensure all tissue is processed within specifications and quality is maintained. * Manage staff to perform all tasks for efficient operation of the laboratory. * Manage, schedule, and ...

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How much do tissue processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tissue processing in Georgia is $21.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $24.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tissue Processing position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Tissue Processing, you need knowledge of laboratory procedures, strong attention to detail, and, ideally, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a science-related field. Competency in using laboratory instruments such as microtomes, embedding centers, staining machines, and familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is often required, with some roles preferring ASCP certification. Excellent organizational skills, teamwork, and effective communication are valued to ensure workflow efficiency and accuracy. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality tissue samples that enable accurate diagnosis and support patient care in clinical and research settings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Tissue Processing?

Professionals in Tissue Processing are primarily responsible for preparing, embedding, sectioning, and staining tissue samples for microscopic analysis. Day-to-day tasks often include labeling specimens, operating laboratory equipment, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring quality control. You will frequently collaborate with pathologists, histotechnologists, and other lab team members to ensure timely and accurate specimen preparation. This role may also involve meeting tight deadlines and adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. Attention to detail and the ability to follow established protocols are key to success in this environment.

What is a Tissue Processing job?

A Tissue Processing job involves the preparation, preservation, and handling of biological tissues for medical, research, or transplant purposes. Responsibilities may include tissue recovery, sterilization, labeling, storage, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Professionals in this field work in healthcare facilities, laboratories, or tissue banks to process human or animal tissues for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research applications. Attention to detail, adherence to protocols, and knowledge of aseptic techniques are essential skills for this role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tissue Processing jobs in Georgia? The most popular types of Tissue Processing jobs in Georgia are:
What cities in Georgia are hiring for Tissue Processing jobs? Cities in Georgia with the most Tissue Processing job openings:
Infographic showing various Tissue Processing job openings in Georgia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,741 per year, or $21.5 per hour.
Supervisor, TPL Packaging

Supervisor, TPL Packaging

Artivion

Kennesaw, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Overview: Supervises Tissue Processing Lab Packaging personnel to ensure that allografts meet all specifications, and that the lab complies with quality and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities: 

  1. Scheduling of daily laboratory staff to ensure that the goals of the company are met.
  2. Supervise staff to ensure all tissue is processed within specifications and quality is maintained.
  3. Supervise staff to perform all tasks for efficient operation of the laboratory.
  4. Supervise and schedule and perform training of technicians to achieve proficiency.
  5. Evaluate performance of team leaders, trainers, and technicians through direct observation to ensure consistency and tissue quality.
  6. Recommend promotions of team leaders, trainers, and technicians.
  7. Implementation of new and revised documents and procedures.
  8. Work with trainers and team leaders to create and implement new procedures for improvement of current processes or addition of new ones.
  9. Assist in the recruiting, screening, interviewing, hiring, counseling and termination of TPL staff.
  10. Review tissue records, equipment monitoring records, autoclave log, cryopreservation cycles, and antibiotic intermediate documentation to assure lab compliance.
  11. Perform duties of Dissector/Packaging technician as needed.
  12. Laboratory is staffed adequately on a daily basis to ensure goals of the company are met.
  13. All tissue is processed within specifications.
  14. Completion of training requirements for technicians.
  15. Coordinate and run shift meetings.
  16. Perform duties of technicians as needed.
  17. Other responsibilities as assigned.
  18. Reduction of laboratory errors and improvement of tissue yields.

Qualifications: 

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in a Science or Engineering field and or 3 years of tissue processing/medical device/pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing experience, or suitable combination of the above.
  2. 1 year of people leader experience desired. Experience in tissue processing/medical device/pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing/engineering experience is a plus.
  3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  4. Can give audience appropriate messaging
  5. Give regular feedback to employees and maintain standards through accountability
  6. Collaborates well with all supporting departments
  7. Capable of direct and indirect influence to meet set objectives
  8. Capable and comfortable with making timely decisions related to people and process
  9. Strong analytical skills to develop solutions to issues
  10. Contingency planning skills are a plus