Logistics Supervisor

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona • Yakima, WA

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled logistics leader, proficient at employee focus and motivation to provide our front line logistics employees with excellent guidance, support, and direction. This position will oversee a number of couriers and messengers and will help support them to efficiently and accurately deliver patient clinical specimens. This role is critical to support timely and accurate patient diagnostic care and has a direct impact on our patient's lives and wellbeing. Come do great work on behalf of better health! Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management or Sales Incentive Programs as part of your Total Rewards package. POSITION SUMMARY The production supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a group of employees in a particular cost center, group of cost centers, service, or department. This position supports the defined area’s operational goals and objectives, and ensures that they are met or exceeded. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking. Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment. Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects. Able to communicate effectively. May be required to lift up to 20 to 75 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. May require off-site travel

Requirements

• Two years’ experience in a leadership role in a healthcare, laboratory, or high volume production environment; alternately, one years’ experience and an associate’s degree or higher in business, healthcare, or other related field may be substituted or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Evidence of increasing supervisory or management experience
• A significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures of different software is required.
• Oral/written communication skills, analytical/strategic skills required.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• May be required to possess valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, in business, healthcare or related field or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Certification as a medical technologist or technician.
• Training in Six Sigma or Lean.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees