Sr. Operations Manager Trainee (Midwest US) Locations Vary

Company: BioLife Plasma Services
Location: Lansing
Posted on: May 21, 2020

Job Description:

• Growing Industry * Operations Manager Readiness Program * Competitive Pay & Benefits Serve a Greater Purpose * We Prepare You to Succeed * Professional & Friendly Culture *About UsEvery day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.A subsidiary of Takeda, BioLife is an industry leader in operating high-quality plasmapheresis centers throughout the United States. At BioLife Plasma Services, we excel at caring. Caring for the quality of our lifesaving services, caring for the donors who help make it happen, and caring for the communities we call home. Improving Lives. Improving life for everyone.BioLife's employment opportunities are among the best, offering competitive pay, immediate benefits, paid time off, on the job training, advancement potential AND an environment full of fast-paced fun all while working to save lives. Learn More About Our Mission at About the Sr. Operations Manager Trainee Role in the Sr. Operations Manager Readiness ProgramBioLife is looking for experienced individuals to enter our expedited Sr. Operations Management Readiness Program, followed by advancement into the Plasma Center Operations Manager role. Plasma Center Managers oversee all operations and compliance, at one of our BioLife Plasma Center locations within the US. Through the Sr. OMT Program, you will have the unique opportunity for hands-on learning in our dynamic work environment. The program prepares experienced people leaders to manage all operational aspects of our high-volume blood-plasma collection facilities. Our expedited program is designed to support BioLife's rapidly expanding network of collection centers.Program Highlights:o The Program will be for a period of approximately 6 months. After completion of the training program, Sr. OMTs will have an additional 12 months to establish a BioLife Plasma Center Manager position.o Company-paid travel (includes flying) up to 90%-100% of the time for duration of training program and relocating upon completion of programo Hands-on experience, mentorship and networking within various BioLife Plasma Services locations across the United Stateso Develops and promotes Sr. OMTs into open Plasma Center Operations Manager roles, nation-wideo Home every other weekend. Relocation not required until Plasma Center Operations Manager promotion obtainedo High potential to open and operate brand-new BioLife Plasma Services location after program completiono Relocation not required until Plasma Center Operations Manager promotion obtainedPrimary Responsibilities of the Sr. OMT role include:o Drives personal learning and development with the goal of supervising all operationsof a plasma collection facility. This includes learning about and maintainingcompliance with GDP, GMP, SOP, CfR, CLIA, OSHA, and all other federal, state,local and company regulations related to safety, purity, potency and quality ofproduct, as well as employee and donor safety.o Assists in center production as needed, to both ensure ongoing compliance andefficient business operations and to obtain & maintain production knowledge &proficiency.o Focuses heavily on incorporating personal leadership skills to ensure continuedplasma donor retention, high customer service levels, employee engagement,employee retention, and an environment of teamwork.o Seeks feedback and coaching from managers and partners.o Engages in the management and execution of all aspects of staff relations asappropriate. Includes staff communication, providing ongoing feedback toemployees, developing employee talent to support company growth, performancereviews and compensation, planning for staff recruitment and assisting inmanagement of the recruiting process.o Works toward obtaining promotion to Plasma Center Operations Manager position byway of networking and relationship-buildingo May provide operational support in the BioLife network and conduct managementtraining.Education- Associates or Bachelor's degree highly desirableQualifications, Skills & Competencies for this role:o Proven experience leading medium to large-scale teams (20+ direct reports) forresults (approximately 5+ years)o Experience working with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, FDA or within another highlyregulated industry a pluso Must have excellent interpersonal, leadership, organizational and technical skills.o Ability to attract, retain, motivate and develop a team of diverse individuals.Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, problem-solve and communicate withsenior management.o Requires weekend and extended work periodsOther Important Requirements:o During the program, trainees will be required to work out of various BioLife PlasmaServices locations.o Must maintain a valid driver's license for the entire duration of the program.o Production environment requiring the ability to walk and stand for the entire workshift.o Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above theshoulders and below the knee. Requires frequent lifting up to 32 pounds, andoccasional lifting up to 50 pounds.o Must have fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipmentsounds from a distance.o Due to potential exposure to blood borne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of production basedwork tasks require pro-longed glove wear.Joining the Takeda team also means being offered amazing benefits!Our comprehensive benefits package includes:o Major Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance & Prescription Coverage for EligibleEmployeeso Generous Vacation and Company Paid Holidays? Vacation (prorated) minimum of 15 days and 11 paid holidayso Comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Programo Retirement Savings Program? Generous employer contribution and matching plano Short and Long-Term Disability Insuranceo Life and AD&D InsuranceAre you ready to work for a company that serves a greater purposeNotice to Employment / Recruitment Agents:Employment / Recruitment agents may only submit candidates for vacancies only if they have written authorization to do so from Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda's Talent Acquisition department. Any agency candidate submission may only be submitted to positions opened to the agency through the specific Agency Portal. Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda will only pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented where there is a fully executed contract in place between the Employment / Recruitment agents and Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda and only if the candidate is submitted via the Agency Portal. Candidates submitted or presented by Employment / Recruitment Agents without a fully executed contract or submitted through this site shall not be deemed to form part of any Engagement for which the Agency may claim remuneration. Equal Employment OpportunityShire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Shire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda, will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, gender reassignment, non-job related mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or membership in any other category protected under law.EEO is the Law - https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdfEEO is the Law - Supplement - https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdfPay Transparency Policy - https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdfReasonable AccommodationsShire, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Takeda, is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please call 484-595-8400 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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