Want to Expand

your career-development potential,

your ability to help donors and patients,

and your access to professional opportunities?

We’re growing fast.

[You can, too!]

 

There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, and especially our donation centers. Because you’re someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a:

 

Laboratory Operations Supervisor

This is What You’ll Do:

 Provide first line supervision over the technical and operational staff in the laboratory area. Participates in hiring process; processes performance evaluations; probationary, annually and as otherwise required. Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of testing and processing personnel. Write, revise, and collaborate on testing, production, and validation protocols. Collaborates with Director to improve operational efficiency; develops and implements recommendations to improve operations and optimize customer service. Perform a full range of laboratory tests, from the most routine to the most complex, with no supervision.  Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or bring it to the immediate attention of senior staff. Perform FDA, CLIA, and other required tests on blood and blood products according to Octapharma Plasma approved SOPs or special protocols. May be cross-trained to perform the following: viral marker testing, syphilis screen, sickle cell screen, total protein, protein electrophoresis, ABO, Rh, antibody detection, antibody, identification and red cell phenotyping, or sterility cultures. Operate and interact with an array of complex precision instruments and a variety of highly automated and electronic equipment. Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures to prepare immunogen cell units for storage or distribution. Maintain complete and accurate records of all events, tasks and testing related to product testing and eventual release or distribution. Perform and document laboratory testing and instrument quality control, proficiency testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and validation as required. Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as donor samples. Code of Federal Regulations / Title 42 - Public Health / Vol. 3 / 2003-10-01105 Provide Quality Assurance support to OPI Laboratory Operations.

This is Who You Are: 

Part brand ambassador, part clinical technician A person committed to excellent customer service all day, every day Someone with positive energy, always willing to pitch in where needed Understanding, patient, and genuinely authentic Able to keep up in a fast-paced environment Hungry to build a great career Fearless Leader

This is What It Takes: 

4+ years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required. 2+ years of lead/supervisor experience, preferred. Must qualify as a technical supervisor in accordance to CLIA Regulations 493.1423 Standard; Testing Personnel Qualifications.   Ability to work diverse shifts and overtime hours, as required. Ability to work in a variety of different test areas as required after appropriate training. Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision while able to take direction.  Proficient with computer software in an office and laboratory environment. Ability to read, understand, write and follow SOPs, validation protocols, etc. and to complete documentation in a clear, accurate manner. Understands the importance of mentoring and coaching employees.  Shows enthusiasm for helping others improve and/or develop new skills. Hours of operations: Monday through Friday 11:00pm - 7:30am

Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards and Benefits. 

We’re widely known and respected for our benefits and for leadership that is supportive and hands-on. Managers who truly want you to grow and excel.

Formal training Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending account (FSA) Tuition Reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellness program 401k retirement plan Paid time off Company paid holidays Personal time

 

More About Octapharma Plasma Inc. 

With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. We are growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Our community relies on teamwork, compassion, and expertise to get things done the right way, while making a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.

 

Interested? Learn more online and apply now at: 

octapharmahiring.com 

And if you know someone else who’d be a great fit at Octapharma Plasma, Inc., please forward this posting along!

 

INNER SATISFACTION.

OUTSTANDING IMPACT.