Job Description

Responsible for the operation of Sample Logistics 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.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides day-to-day supervision of sample logistics, pre-analytic operations, and all personnel in their laboratory area.

  • Provides assistance to staff, operations, and donor centers for issues related to sample logistics.

  • Organize and prioritize workloads and assignments in conjunction donor center requirements.

• Assures all remedial actions are taken whenever systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

• Evaluates applicable laboratory systems, processes, procedures and equipment as they relate to operating efficiency and effectiveness.

• Provides supervisory expertise to projects requiring logistics support and evaluation.

• Advises Director of Operations, Quality Assurance Manager, and technical personnel of sample logistics activities .

• Performs sample logistics functions, if needed.

• Ensures proper training is received and documented; provides orientation to all Sample Logistics personnel; and annually evaluates and documents the performance of personnel.

• Interviews, hires, and supervises performance of Sample Logistics staff under oversight of the Laboratory Services Manager.

• Works in conjunction with Laboratory Quality Assurance Management in the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of the laboratory quality systems.

• Ensures that all procedures related to laboratory equipment are current, periodically reviewed, have maintenance and quality control steps, and reflect applicable manufacturer operating requirements and guidelines.

• 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 and Kaizen.)

• Performs frequent visits to operational areas to drive organizational alignment and process focus by actively completing periodic Layered Standardized Gemba Walks.

• Other duties as assigned.

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

• Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and to maintain complete and accurate records. 

• Demonstrate work history of above average performance and attendance.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills including written, verbal and oral presentations.

• Result oriented with ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Attention to detail and organizational skills with analytical and problem solving skills.

• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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

• Must be able to determine impact to product quality when testing deviations occur, contain the situation and implement preventive actions.

Interaction

• Interfaces with employees of various educational backgrounds and levels within the company.  Must be able to communicate effectively with all these various business partners.

Complexity

• Walking, standing, observing others performing work assignments. 

• Performing and demonstrating work assignments, which may involve lifting, bending, stooping, sitting, leaning.

• Ability to work in an office / production environment. 

• Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens requires some work tasks to be performed while wearing gloves.

• The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college/university in a bioscience discipline (Chemical, physical, biological, clinical lab science, or medical technology,) and at least 1 year of Supervisory experience.

OR

• Associate’s degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, and at least 2 years of laboratory training or experience and 3 years Supervisory experience.

OR

• HS Diploma and 10 years Supervisory experience

Desired:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university in medical technology

5-7 years lab experience

Experience in supervising or training others is highly desirable.

Technical/Professional certification as applicable.

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. W e are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$86,500.00 - $135,960.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position . T he actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors , including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained , certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based e mployee s may be eligible for s hort -t erm and/or l ong- t erm incentiv e s . U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental , vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

Job Tags

Minimum wage, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Afternoon shift,

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