Biologics Technician Supervisor

Responsibilities

The role encompasses production oversight, team support, quality compliance, workflow coordination, inventory management, process improvement, and laboratory safety.

• Perform and oversee blood component processing, including separation, labeling, storage, and preparation for distribution
• Ensure all manufacturing activities are completed in accordance with SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality
• Monitor workflow and prioritize production activities to meet operational demands
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational success
• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to component technicians
• Assist with staff scheduling, coverage, and daily work assignments
• Support onboarding, training, and competency development of team members
• Reinforce performance expectations, policies, and procedures
• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
• Perform or oversee quality control, maintenance, and lot release activities
• Identify, document, and escalate discrepancies, deviations, or non-conformances
• Support internal and external audits and inspections
• Coordinate daily laboratory workflow to ensure efficiency and timely processing
• Troubleshoot operational, equipment, and documentation issues
• Support courier coordination and product logistics as needed
• Monitor inventory levels of blood products, reagents, and supplies
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of products and materials
• Assist with ordering and tracking supplies to maintain uninterrupted operations
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and support process improvement initiatives
• Partner with leadership to enhance operational performance and quality outcomes
• Provide coverage and operational support in the absence of leadership as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready laboratory environment
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and environmental protocols

Requirements

Physical, environmental, and attendance requirements essential for the role.

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 30–60 pounds
• Manual dexterity to handle laboratory equipment and blood products
• Laboratory environment with exposure to blood and potentially infectious materials
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required
• Exposure to temperature-controlled and regulated manufacturing environments
• Regular, reliable, and timely attendance is essential to support continuous laboratory operations
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as required