Lab Sample Receiving Technician - 2nd Shift

About the role

This role will assist lab staff and management as needed in jobs (preanalytical in nature) that do not require performance by testing personnel in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), with emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA), and applicable Takeda and BioLife policies, procedures and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample receiving/accessioning/processing according to SOP.
• Perform sample centrifugation according to SOP as applicable to assigned area.
• Request and receive back-up samples if applicable to assigned area.
• Perform equipment maintenance and sample management functions to ensure accuracy and appropriate sample processing is performed and completed so testing is performed in a timely manner.
• Daily communication of issues related to laboratory equipment, supplies, workload scheduling and participation in continuous improvement activities.
• Interact with basic courtesy, tact and respect.
• Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.
• Participate in operational excellence initiatives and projects to drive a culture of continuous improvement to achieve site operational excellence goals (including but not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen and Developing Defect Free Processes (DDFP)).
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior work experience in a Lab setting is preferred.

Key Skills And Competencies

• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Show above average performance and attendance.
• Communicate effectively and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Problem solve and be detail/result oriented.
• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Physical demands such as standing for the entire work shift, lifting up to 30 pounds, and wearing gloves for prolonged periods.

BioLife Compensation And Benefits Summary

• U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $16.92 - $26.60.
• Short-term incentives.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan and company match.
• Disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Company holidays.
• Well-being benefits.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time.
• New hires eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.