Sample Processing Tech

About BioLife Plasma Services

Every day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all Sample Processing job skills, including preparing plasma units for freezing, preparing samples of plasma for testing, and preparing plasma units and samples for shipment. All duties must be completed in compliance with federal, state, local, and company-specific regulations related to quality of product, employee and donor safety, and proper performance of day-to-day activities. Employees must also maintain complete and accurate records, in accordance with cGMP.

• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers (5%)
• Perform all required duties in the area of Sample Processing (95%):
  • Prepare units for frozen storage
  • Collect and store samples from plasma units for testing
  • Perform routine maintenance on the freezer including monitoring freezer and refrigerator temperatures and removing ice buildup
  • Prepare frozen plasma units and samples for shipping following established protocol
  • Organize plasma boxes/documents for scheduled shipments and assist in loading shipments
  • Manage supplies, assist management team with inventory control procedures, break down empty cartons, and assist with proper disposal
• Support the center management team in identifying operational opportunities for continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes as needed, through use of company-approved procedures (including but not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen)
• Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment
• Attend staff meetings and other team meetings as required
• Coordinate with all other center roles to effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and provide an exceptional customer experience

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain complete and accurate records
• Ability to multi-task and work as a team player
• Good verbal communication and customer service skills
• Production environment requiring the ability to walk and stand for the entire work shift
• Frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knee
• Frequent lifting up to 26 lbs. and occasional lifting of materials 32 lbs. – 50 lbs.
• Occasional work in a cold environment ranging from -20°C (-4°F) to -40°C (-40°F)
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment sounds from a distance
• Due to potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear

Qualifications

• Essential: High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Desired: Experience in a laboratory, hospital, or other regulated environment is a plus

Pay

Starting hourly wage: $16.00. The starting hourly wage reflects the actual starting rate for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

Benefits

• Eligibility for short-term incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer time off
• Company holidays
• Well-being benefits
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• New hires eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation per calendar year

Schedule

Full time, non-exempt position.