Lab Sample Receiving Technician - 1st Shift

USA - 3387 BioLife Plasma Services, LP; Social Circle (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, LP is seeking a lab support role to assist staff with preanalytical tasks. The position emphasizes SOP adherence, GMP/CLIA standards, and careful record-keeping in a regulated lab environment.

Responsibilities include receiving and processing samples, performing centrifugation as needed, maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while handling potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous lab work experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Receive, access, and process samples per SOP.
• Centrifuge samples as required by area SOP.
• Dispose of samples properly and maintain clean work areas.
• Request and document back-up samples when needed.
• Maintain equipment and sample management for timely testing.
• Monitor supplies, keep bins stocked, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

SOP reading and following

Recordkeeping accuracy

Communication skills

Analytical and problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

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.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities

• Perform sample receiving/accessioning/processing according to SOP.
• Perform sample centrifugation according to SOP as applicable to assigned area.
• Responsible for discarding samples.
• 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.
• Interactions involve basic courtesy, tact and respect.
• Non-technical duties include monitoring supply inventories, ensuring that supply bins on the Lab floor are adequately stocked, and that work area is maintained in a compliant state, equipment and instrumentation is cleaned in accordance with SOPs.
• 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).
• Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Desired: Previous work experience in a Lab setting is preferred

Key Skills and Competencies

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 communication and interpersonal skills, analytical and problem solving skills and be detail/result oriented.

Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Laboratory environment requiring the ability to walk and stand for the entire work shift.

Requires frequent lifting up to 30 pounds, and occasional lifting up to 35 pounds.

Due to potential exposure to blood borne pathogens, 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear.

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.

Other Job Components

Complexity and Problem Solving

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

Internal and External Contacts Interfaces with employees of various educational backgrounds and levels within the company.

Must be able to communicate effectively with all these various business partners.

Other Requirements Ability to stand up for 6 - 8 hours Ability to lift, carry, pull up to thirty (30) pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

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 - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $16.92 - $26.60 The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage 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 hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

Work Location and Job Type

Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Job Exempt No

About Takeda

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism - Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance - and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives - including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer. 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.