Quality Coordinator - 2nd Shift
Company: Biolife Plasma Services
Location: Monroe
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
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to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About BioLife Plasma
Takeda offers 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. Every 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. At Takeda, we are transforming patient
care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and
best-in-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused
company that will inspire and empower you to grow through
life-changing work. We are certified as a Global Top Employer and
offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for
excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive,
collaborative workplace in which our teams are united by an
unwavering commitment to bring Better Health and a Brighter Future
to people around the world. Every day, our BioLife Testing
Laboratories’ mission is to ensure the highest quality testing
standards for the plasma we collect. The plasma our centers collect
will become life-changing medicines for patients in need. Here, a
commitment to lab testing quality, customer service to our plasma
centers, and most importantly, our commitment to our patients is
expected. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda
Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE Responsible for the
operation of the laboratory In accordance with established Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable sections of the Code of
Federal Regulations (CFRs), with emphasis on Good Manufacturing
Practices (GMPs), the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988
(CUA), and applicable Takeda and BioLife policies, procedures and
quality initiatives. Performs Q uality A ssurance activities at the
BioLife Testing L aboratory by performing the following duties.
ACCOUNTABILITIES: Reviews testing, quality control, and other'
testing reports for accuracy, completeness and compli ance to cGMP
requirements to ensure that quality assurance standards and
regulatory requirements are met prior to release from the Quality
Assurance Department. (70%) Maintains familiarity with laboratory
operating and quality assurance/quality control procedures and
quality system processes in order to effectively perform laboratory
quality assurance func tions. (5%) Adheres to the laboratory
quality control policies, document all quality control activities,
instru ment and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
(5%) Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance
or reporting of test results and eit her correct the problems or
immediately notify the laboratory management. (10%) Follow
established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test
systems are not within established acceptable levels of
performance. Document all corrective actions taken when test
systems deviate from established perfor mance specifications.
Performs review and or validation of SOPs as needed. (5%)
Participates in operational excellence initiatives and projects to
drive a culture of continuous im provement to achieve site
operational excellence goals (Including but not limited to 5S,
Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen. (5%) Other duties as assigned.
DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS: Technical and Functional Line Expertise:
Strong knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory and
quality requirements and standards. Strong written, verbal,
personal interaction and communication skills required. Must be
able to write concisely and clearly. Attention to detail and
organizational skills with analytical and problem solving skills.
Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software programs
including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Result oriented
with ability to adapt to changing priorities. Leadership Integrity
Fairness Honesty Perseverance Putting the patient at the center
Building trust with society Reinforcing our reputation Developing
the business Decision-Making and Autonomy Must be able to determine
the impact to product quality when testing deviations occur,
contain the situation and Implement preventive actions. lnteraction
Interfaces with employees of various educational backgrounds and
levels within the company. Must be able to communicate effectively
with aH these various business partners. Complexity Ability to
stand up for 6-8 hours Ability to lift, carry and pull up to
twenty-five (25) pounds Walking, standing, observing others
perfonning work assignments. Potential exposure to blood borne
pathogens requires some work tasks to be performed while wearing
gloves. Ability to work in an office / production environment. The
physical demands described above are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this role. EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND
SKILLS: Essential: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited
college/university in a biomedical discipline (Chemical, physical,
biological, clinical lab science, or medical technology,) OR
Associate degree from an accredited college/university in
laboratory science or medical laboratory technology. Desired:
Minimum of two years' experience in a professional or technical
capacity in laboratory services, blood services, quality, or
pharmaceutical manufacturing, Including significant exposure to the
regulatory requirements affecting that discipline or activity.
Technical/Professional certification preferred. Prior experience
with auditing and/or inspection processes preferred. MT or MLT
certification from ASCP or other accredited certifying organization
preferred BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand
compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step
in your career. W e are committed to equitable pay for all
employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay
practices. For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy
U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $18.85 - $29.62 The estimated hourly wage
range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual
hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including
the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position,
years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of
education attained, certifications or other professional licenses
held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from
which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage
offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage
requirements for the job location. U.S. based employees may be
eligible for short-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be
eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a
401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability
coverage, 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 are
eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. 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, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt
No
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