Lab Technician – Evening Shift Position Available In Newton, Georgia

Job Description:

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Job Description About Us:

Every day,our BioLife Testing Laboratories’ mission is to ensure the highestquality testing standards for the plasma we collect. The plasma ourcenters collect will become life-changing medicines for patients inneed. Here, a commitment to lab testing quality, customer serviceto our centers and most importantly our commitment to our patientsis expected. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of TakedaPharmaceutical Company Ltd.

What Takeda can offer you:

Takedaoffers a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on,opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefitsprogram, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. Every day atBioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve thelives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on ourdonors, we’ll support you.

More about us:

At Takeda, we aretransforming patient care through the development of novelspecialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient supportprograms. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire andempower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as aGlobal Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encouragesinnovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. Wefoster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teamsare united by an unwavering commitment to bring Better Health and aBrighter Future to people around the world.

Role Responsibilities:

Responsible for performing testing in accordance with establishedStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable sections of theCode of Federal Regulations (CFRs), with emphasis on GoodManufacturing Practices (GMPs), the Clinical Laboratory ImprovementAct of 1988 (CLIA), and applicable Takeda and BioLife policies,procedures and quality initiatives.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Perform onlyhigh and moderate complexity tests for which certification has beenauthorized by the laboratory director or designee and deemedcommensurate with their education, training, and technicalabilities. Responsible for sample management, test performance,quality control, result review, result reporting and equipmentmaintenance such that accurate and appropriate sample testing isperformed, completed, and reported in a timely manner. Follow thelaboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, testanalyses, reporting and maintaining records of donor test results.

Test and maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testingsamples are tested in the same manner as donor samples. Adhere tothe laboratory’s quality control policies, document all qualitycontrol activities, instrument and procedural calibrations andmaintenance performed. Identify problems that may adversely affecttest performance or reporting of test results and either correctthe problems or immediately notify the laboratory management.

Follow the laboratory’s established corrective action policies andprocedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’sestablished acceptable levels of performance. Document allcorrective actions taken when test systems deviate from thelaboratories established performance specifications. Participate inoperational excellence initiatives and projects to drive a cultureof continuous improvement to achieve site operational excellencegoals (including but not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping andKaizen). Other duties as assigned . Technical/Functional (Line)Expertise Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) and to maintain complete and accurate records Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills andanalytical/problem solving skills Proficiency in the use ofpersonal computers and applicable software Leadership IntegrityFairness Honesty Perseverance Putting the patient at the centerBuilding trust with society Reinforcing our reputation Developingthe business Decision-making and Autonomy Must be able to determineimpact to product quality when testing deviations occur, containthe situation and implement preventive actions. InteractionInterfaces with employees of various educational backgrounds andlevels within the company. Must be able to communicate effectivelywith all these various business partners. Complexity Ability tostand up for 6-8 hours Ability to lift, carry and pull up totwenty-five (25) pounds Potential exposure to blood borne pathogensrequires 90% of work tasks to be performed while wearing gloves

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Essential:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in abiomedical discipline (Chemical, physical, biological, clinical labscience, or medical technology,) OR Associate degree from anaccredited college/university in laboratory science or medicallaboratory technology

Desired:

Bachelor’s degree in medicaltechnology or Associates degree in medical laboratory technology1-year laboratory training or work experience preferred MT or MLTcertification from ASCP or other accredited certifying organizationpreferred BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary We understandcompensation is an important factor as you consider the next stepin your career. W e are committed to equitable pay for allemployees, and we strive to be more transparent with our paypractices.

For Location:

USA

• GA•Social Circle•Baxter PkwyU.

S.

Hourly Wage Range:

$18.85

• $29.

62 The estimated hourly wagerange reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actualhourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, includingthe qualifications of the individual applicant for the position,years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level ofeducation attained , certifications or other professional licensesheld, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or fromwhich they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wageoffered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wagerequirements for the job location. U.S. based e mployees may beeligible for short-term incentives. U.S. based employees may beeligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disabilitycoverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program,paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits,among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive,per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires areeligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO StatementTakeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforceand providing equal employment opportunities to all employees andapplicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenshipstatus, genetic information or characteristics, marital status,status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or otherprotected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state andlocal laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations USA

• GA•Social Circle•Baxter Pkwy Worker TypeEmployee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job ExemptNo