Lab Technician (1st shift)

USA - 3387 BioLife Plasma Services, LP; Social Circle (AK); On-site; USD 53,980,000 - 84,702,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, LP is seeking a laboratory technician to perform high- and moderate-complexity testing in a regulated environment. You will support sample management, quality control, data documentation, and reporting while maintaining instrument calibration and compliance with SOPs.

The role requires a biomedical degree, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with common PC software. You will operate in a fast-paced setting with emphasis on quality and safety, reporting to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biomedical discipline; SOPs and records must be read and followed.
• Strong attention to detail with commitment to quality, compliance and data integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency using personal computers and applicable software.
• Ability to determine potential impact to product quality when testing deviations occur, contain the situation, and support preventive actions.

Responsibilities

• Perform authorized high and moderate complexity laboratory testing following SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Support sample management, test performance, quality control, result review and reporting, and equipment maintenance.
• Follow specimen handling, processing, analysis, reporting, and recordkeeping of donor test results.
• Document quality control activities, instrument calibrations, and maintenance.
• Identify and communicate issues affecting test performance or results to management.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Skills

SOP compliance

Quality and data integrity

Analytical/problem-solving

Communication skills

PC/software proficiency

Attention to detail

Reading/writing CB records

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical discipline

Tools

MT/MLT certification (ASCP)

Job description

Job Description

In this role, you will perform laboratory testing in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA), and Takeda and BioLife policies, procedures, and quality initiatives. You will help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant testing by supporting sample management, test performance, quality control, result review, result reporting, equipment maintenance, and documentation activities. This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.

What You’ll Do

• Perform authorized high and moderate complexity laboratory testing in alignment with education, training, certification, and technical ability.
• Support sample management, test performance, quality control, result review, result reporting, and equipment maintenance to ensure accurate and timely testing.
• Follow established procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and recordkeeping of donor test results.
• Test proficiency samples in the same manner as donor samples and maintain required records.
• Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document quality control activities, instrument calibrations, procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
• Identify issues that may impact test performance or result reporting; correct issues when appropriate or immediately notify laboratory management.
• Follow corrective action policies and document actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Participate in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to Takeda

Required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a biomedical discipline, such as chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.
• Ability to read, follow, and apply Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality, compliance, and data integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency using personal computers and applicable software.
• Ability to determine potential impact to product quality when testing deviations occur, contain the situation, and support preventive actions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology.
• One year of laboratory training or work experience.
• MT or MLT certification from ASCP or another accredited certifying organization.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 6 to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift, carry, and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens requires approximately 90% of work tasks to be performed while wearing gloves.

What Takeda Can Offer You

Every day at Takeda, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients. At BioLife, while you focus on quality and compliance, we will support you with meaningful work, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

U.S.-based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives and may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan and company match; short-term and long-term disability coverage; basic life insurance; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteer time off; company holidays; paid vacation; sick time; and well-being benefits, among others.

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $18.80 - $29.56. 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.

More About Us

Takeda is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers employees to grow through life-changing work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace where our teams are united by a commitment to provide Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. BioLife Plasma Services is an industry leader in operating high-quality plasmapheresis centers throughout the United States. At BioLife, we care for the quality of our lifesaving services, the donors who help make it happen, and the communities we call home.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Takeda is proud of 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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BioLife is committed to 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.

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 transparentwith our pay practices. For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $18.80 - $29.56 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.