Plasma Sample Processing Clerk - Orlando, United States - Biolife Plasma Services

Biolife Plasma Services
Biolife Plasma Services
Verified Company
Orlando, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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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._
This position will require 6-8 weeks of travel for training purposes.

All travel expenses for training will be covered by the company and will include cost of flights, rental car, lodging, and meals.

Travel home for the weekend may be permitted and can be discussed further in the interview process.


_ OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE_


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 below listed responsibilities must be completed in compliance with federal, state, local and company-specific regulations related to quality of product, employee and donor safety, and to the proper performance of day-to-day

activities. Employees must also maintain complete and accurate records, in accordance with cGMP.


_ ACCOUNTABILITIES_
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Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers (5%)**:


  • Perform all required duties in the area of Sample Processing
    (including, but not limited to):(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.

_ DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS_

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

  • Supports 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.
  • Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and to maintain complete and accurate records.
  • Ability to multitask and work as a team player.

Leadership

  • Integrity
  • Fairness
  • Honesty
  • Perseverance
  • Putting the patient at the center
  • Building trust with society
  • Reinforcing our reputation
  • Developing the business

Decision-making and Autonomy

  • Refers to Center Manager for guidance on complex, mediumimpact or above decisions (internal)
  • Refers to management team for escalated donor/employee concerns (internal)

Interaction

  • Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to donors (external) and fellow employees (internal)
  • Attend staff meetings and other team meetings as required.
  • Good verbal communication and customer service skills.

Innovation

  • Coordinates will all other center roles to effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and provide an exceptional customer experience.

Complexity

  • Production environment requiring the ability to walk and stand for the entire work shift.
  • Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knee.
  • Requires frequent lifting up to 26 lbs. and occasional lifting of materials 32 lbs. 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to occasionally work in a cold environment ranging from 20 C (4 F) to 40 C (40F).
  • Must have 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

_ DUCATION,


BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
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Essential:
High School Diploma or equivalent required


Desired:
Experience in a laboratory, hospital, or other regulated environment is a plus


_ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION_

  • FLSA Classification (US)
  • Non-Exempt
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career.

We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.


For Location:

USA - FL - Orlando - John


U

S 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 requi
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