Senior Operations Leadership Trainee - Nationwide Travel

Biolife Plasma Services; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services seeks a Senior Operations Management Trainee to join an advanced leadership development program. You will travel across plasma centers, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for a Plasma Center Operations Manager role with relocation opportunities.

Expect up to 95% travel, fast-paced environments, and mentorship as you develop new leadership and operational skills within BioLife’s nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Relocation required upon graduation/completion of Trainee Program.
• 3-5 years of experience leading medium to large teams (20+ direct reports)
• Up to 90-100% travel during the Trainee Program
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift
• Willingness to travel and work at various BioLife locations across the country
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Have a valid driver’s license for the entire duration of the program
• Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees
• Ability to lift up to 5 lbs., and occasional lifting of materials up to 32 lbs. and rarely 50 lbs.
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance
• Due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear

Responsibilities

• Continuous Learning & Development: The expedited training program lasts approx six months; then 12 months to obtain a Plasma Center Manager position.
• Team Management: cultivate a positive environment, provide feedback, lead staff planning and recruiting, retain employees.
• Career Advancement: progress toward Plasma Center Operations Manager and open new centers.
• Supportive Teamwork: operate in a fast-paced team environment and communicate with senior management.
• Exceptional Customer Service: retain donors and assist with production.
• Travel Opportunities: network across the country; return home every other weekend.

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services seeks a Senior Operations Management Trainee to join an advanced leadership development program. You will travel across plasma centers, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for a Plasma Center Operations Manager role with relocation opportunities.

Expect up to 95% travel, fast-paced environments, and mentorship as you develop new leadership and operational skills within BioLife’s nationwide network.