Senior Ops Leadership Trainee: National Travel

Biolife Plasma Services; Fort Smith (AR); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, offers a Senior Operations Management Trainee program designed to grow leaders for plasma centers across the country. The program travels up to 95% and relocates you after completion to a BioLife location.

You will enter an accelerated leadership track with hands-on mentorship, and you’ll advance toward Plasma Center Operations Manager while gaining broad operational exposure.

Qualifications

• 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 shift.
• Willingness to travel to BioLife locations nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Learning & Development: six-month expedited training; 12 months to Plasma Center Manager role.
• Team Management: provide feedback, performance reviews, development, staffing, and retention.
• Career Advancement: progress to Plasma Center Operations Manager; network across BioLife.
• Supportive Teamwork: operate in a fast-paced team environment; support operations and problem-solve.
• Exceptional Customer Service: retain donors and assist with production when needed.
• Travel Opportunities: network across the country; return home every other weekend.

Skills

Leadership of large teams

Travel readiness

Strong communication

Relocation readiness

Availability for evenings/weekends

Physical endurance

Attention to safety

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SOPs

GDP

GMP

CLIA

FDA standards

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, offers a Senior Operations Management Trainee program designed to grow leaders for plasma centers across the country. The program travels up to 95% and relocates you after completion to a BioLife location.

You will enter an accelerated leadership track with hands-on mentorship, and you’ll advance toward Plasma Center Operations Manager while gaining broad operational exposure.