BioLife Plasma Services
Laboratory Operations Supervisor
BioLife Plasma Services, Social Circle, Georgia, United States, 30279
Laboratory Operations Supervisor
Based in Social Circle, GA (Baxter Pkwy), this supervisory role oversees laboratory operations in a GMP‑compliant setting, ensuring compliance with SOPs, CFRs, CLIA, and Takeda/BioLife policies.
Responsibilities
Supervise day‑to‑day laboratory operations and moderate/high‑complexity testing (50%).
Manage personnel workload and assignments to meet donor center requirements.
Maintain reagent and consumable inventory.
Conduct annual employee performance reviews, counseling, and competency assessments.
Provide technical assistance and on‑site, telephone, or electronic consultation to staff.
Execute NCMR, ENC, and CAPA processes (10%).
Evaluate laboratory systems, processes, and equipment for efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance; support new test implementations (5%).
Collaborate with Laboratory Quality Assurance to implement and monitor quality systems (10%).
Ensure timely SOP review and change implementation; keep equipment procedures up to date (10%).
Lead operational excellence initiatives (5%) such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and Gemba Walks.
Monitor analytic performance, review QC and testing reports, and ensure compliance with quality standards and schedules (10%).
Assume additional duties as assigned.
Perform remedial actions for test system deviations; validate corrective actions before reporting results.
Conduct staff orientation and perform annual competency evaluation.
Ensure availability of trained personnel, conduct in‑service training, and maintain skill competency.
Dimensions & Aspects
Follow SOPs and maintain accurate records.
Demonstrate high attendance and performance.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Result‑oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
Detail‑focused with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant laboratory software.
Leadership & Decision Making
Maintain integrity, fairness, honesty, perseverance, and patient‑centric focus.
Build trust with stakeholders and reinforce organizational reputation.
Determine impact on product quality when deviations occur; contain and implement preventive actions.
Engage with employees of varied backgrounds, communicating effectively across business partners.
Physical Requirements
Stand for 6‑8 hours; lift/carry up to 25 pounds; perform activities such as walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and leaning.
Potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Essential Requirements
Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical, medical laboratory science, medical technology, or nursing from an accredited institution.
Associate degree in a related field is acceptable.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in medical technology.
Previous laboratory supervisory experience.
MT or MLT certification from ASCP or equivalent.
Compensation and Benefits U.S. Base Salary Range: $86,500.00 – $135,960.00.
Eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation, 401(k) with company match, medical/dental/vision plans, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, 80 sick hours, and 120 paid vacation hours.
EEO Statement 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.
Location USA – GA – Social Circle – Baxter Pkwy
Employment Type Full time, Exempt
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Responsibilities
Supervise day‑to‑day laboratory operations and moderate/high‑complexity testing (50%).
Manage personnel workload and assignments to meet donor center requirements.
Maintain reagent and consumable inventory.
Conduct annual employee performance reviews, counseling, and competency assessments.
Provide technical assistance and on‑site, telephone, or electronic consultation to staff.
Execute NCMR, ENC, and CAPA processes (10%).
Evaluate laboratory systems, processes, and equipment for efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance; support new test implementations (5%).
Collaborate with Laboratory Quality Assurance to implement and monitor quality systems (10%).
Ensure timely SOP review and change implementation; keep equipment procedures up to date (10%).
Lead operational excellence initiatives (5%) such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and Gemba Walks.
Monitor analytic performance, review QC and testing reports, and ensure compliance with quality standards and schedules (10%).
Assume additional duties as assigned.
Perform remedial actions for test system deviations; validate corrective actions before reporting results.
Conduct staff orientation and perform annual competency evaluation.
Ensure availability of trained personnel, conduct in‑service training, and maintain skill competency.
Dimensions & Aspects
Follow SOPs and maintain accurate records.
Demonstrate high attendance and performance.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Result‑oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
Detail‑focused with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant laboratory software.
Leadership & Decision Making
Maintain integrity, fairness, honesty, perseverance, and patient‑centric focus.
Build trust with stakeholders and reinforce organizational reputation.
Determine impact on product quality when deviations occur; contain and implement preventive actions.
Engage with employees of varied backgrounds, communicating effectively across business partners.
Physical Requirements
Stand for 6‑8 hours; lift/carry up to 25 pounds; perform activities such as walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and leaning.
Potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Essential Requirements
Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical, medical laboratory science, medical technology, or nursing from an accredited institution.
Associate degree in a related field is acceptable.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in medical technology.
Previous laboratory supervisory experience.
MT or MLT certification from ASCP or equivalent.
Compensation and Benefits U.S. Base Salary Range: $86,500.00 – $135,960.00.
Eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation, 401(k) with company match, medical/dental/vision plans, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, 80 sick hours, and 120 paid vacation hours.
EEO Statement 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.
Location USA – GA – Social Circle – Baxter Pkwy
Employment Type Full time, Exempt
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