Laboratory Assistant -1st Shift

Job Summary

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 Assistant -1st Shift

This is What You’ll Do

• Receive and unpack, whole blood, plasma and serum samples and paperwork; resolve discrepancies
• Evaluate specimens for acceptability and processes rejection notices
• Identify and handle samples requiring laboratory testing
• Input data into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) as required.
• Perform specimen processing as required (i.e. centrifugation, aliquoting and volume measure of specimens)
• Provide support to OPI Laboratory Operations and Quality Assurance teams by:
• Assist with development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions Assisting with test reagent, supply, consumables and raw material inventory receipt, storage and release
• Assisting with compiling data for trending key performance indicators
• Assist in preparation of samples for shipment to outside laboratories
• Organize, maintain and manage sample inventory in freezers and refrigerators

This is What it Takes

• 1+ years experience in a lab environment is preferred.
• Must demonstrate skills in basic math, reading and writing.
• Must be able to read and interpret SOPs, labels, and safety signs.
• Proficient with computer software in an office and/or laboratory environment.

Physical Requirements

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

Pay Transparency

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:

octapharmaplasma.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.