Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program; Relocation Required)
About The Position
The Manager Trainee - Operations position is based in a BioLife Center and is not remote. This role is for self-motivated leaders looking for a career that makes an impact. The Manager Trainee will participate in a comprehensive training program designed to enhance leadership skills, operational knowledge, and prepare them for accelerated career growth into an Assistant Manager role. BioLife Plasma Services centers are experiencing significant growth, offering bright future prospects. This role provides opportunities for professional and leadership development, with the satisfaction of contributing to life-changing medicines.
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
- Participate in a comprehensive training program focused on leadership, operational knowledge, and career growth.
- Gain hands-on experience in operational production, including financial, regulatory, administrative, marketing, quality, facilities, and people management.
- Develop foundational skills in mentoring, feedback delivery, and fostering an inclusive environment.
- Contribute to donor floor operations and ensure exceptional customer service.
- Assist with production tasks while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and safety standards.
- Practice team member selection, performance feedback, and collaboration.
- Learn to maintain BioLife’s quality and safety standards to achieve production and cost goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and BioLife SOPs.
- Participate in travel opportunities to explore BioLife locations nationwide, expanding professional networks and learning from team members at various centers.
Benefits
- Major medical, dental, and vision insurance and prescription coverage for eligible employees
- A minimum of 15 vacation days
- 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
- Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
