Automation Operator Representative

Quest DiagnosticsLenexa, KS
Onsite

About The Position

Automation Operator Representative - Lenexa, KS, Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM. This role coordinates implementation and operations issues for automated sorting and aliquoting instruments within the Technical Operation department. The position involves the daily operation of front-end automation instruments, supporting general specimen flow, and coordinating communication with vendors to resolve problems. The representative will work in partnership with Specimen Management, Technical, and Biomedical Engineering, ensuring effective communication and documentation of all maintenance, hardware, and software changes. Compliance training and coordination of National Quality Assurance and College of American Pathologists requirements are also key aspects of this role. The position requires knowledge of all department functions and may involve participation in special projects, tracking, and reporting of productivity, defects, and maintenance metrics.

Requirements

  • Relevant skills
  • Training
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Certifications obtained

Responsibilities

  • Daily operation of front-end automation instruments [sorters and aliquoters] for all workcycles.
  • Supports general specimen flow and delivery to Technical Departments and Manual Technical Operations.
  • Coordinates communication for the BU with the vendor to identify, document and resolve problems and issues.
  • Work in partnership with Specimen Management, Technical, and Biomedical Engineering.
  • Effectively communicate up and down stream of the specimen flow.
  • Ensure that all maintenance, hardware and software changes are documented as required.
  • Complete all Compliance Training for their position within Technical Operations.
  • Coordinate National Quality Assurance and College of American Pathologists requirements for Technical Operations [Manual and Automated].
  • Know and Understand all Functions of the Department.
  • May be actively involved in special projects.
  • Track and report metrics required for monitoring productivity, defects and maintenance including control charts where applicable.

Benefits

  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
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