Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program; Relocation Required)
About The Position
Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program - Relocation Required) Position is based in a BioLife Center (not remote). This role is for self-motivated leaders looking for a career that they can feel good about. At BioLife, opportunities to build a fast-paced career are within your reach. As a Manager Trainee, you will participate in a comprehensive training program aimed at enhancing your leadership skills, operational knowledge, and preparing you for accelerated career growth into an Assistant Manager role. Our centers are fast-paced, because that’s how we tackle rare diseases. With the incredible growth of 235+ BioLife Plasma Services centers across the U.S., the future looks bright for you. Opportunities to grow as a professional and as a leader are within your reach. When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing what you do makes an impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience (approximately 3 years)
- Willingness to travel up to 85% (program dependent)
- Ability to relocate upon securing an Assistant Manager role through an application process
- Valid CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain during the program)
- Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift
- Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees
- Ability to frequently lift up to 32 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to monitor equipment from a distance
- Due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, and FDA regulations
- Experience working in a regulated industry or high-compliance environment
Responsibilities
- Learn Operations Management: Over the course of the program, gain hands-on experience in operational production, including financial, regulatory, administrative, marketing, quality, facilities, and people management.
- Gain exposure to real-world challenges such as audit processes, compliance requirements, and team performance management.
- Production Environment & Customer Service: Contribute to donor floor operations and ensure exceptional customer service by assisting with production tasks while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and safety standards.
- Develop Leadership and Employee Relations Skills: Work alongside a diverse team and practice team member selection, performance feedback, and collaboration.
- Build foundational skills in mentoring, feedback delivery, and fostering an inclusive environment, preparing you for managing teams at various organizational levels.
- Contribute to Creating Life-Changing Medicines: Learn how to maintain BioLife’s quality and safety standards to achieve production and cost goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and BioLife SOPs.
- Networking (Travel) Opportunities: Embark on an exciting journey through our comprehensive travel package. You’ll explore BioLife locations nationwide, expanding your professional network and learning from our talented team members at various centers.
Benefits
- Major medical, dental, and vision insurance and prescription coverage for eligible employees
- A minimum of 15 vacation days and 10 company-paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement savings with a generous employer contribution and matching program
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Well-being benefits
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
