Plasma Process Lab Tech

ABO HOLDINGS INC•Laredo, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates under the direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor. Follows and adheres to buyer specifications. Ensures there are no out-of-compliance conditions when processing plasma or samples. Completes tasks accurately and in compliance, to set the example for employees under their lead. Adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and Company Policies. Ensures donor suitability, product integrity, and continued good health of donors through the center’s compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, state regulations, the Standard Operating Procedure Manual guidelines of the Company, and any other applicable regulatory standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Must be able to show proof)
Strong customer service skills.
Must be proficient in English (Read, Write, Speak) with legible handwriting
Current CPR card
Proficient with computer entry
Six months’ experience in plasma processing (Requirements can be changed by Management, depending on knowledge, skills and abilities.)
May be required to travel for training

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory skills preferred
Certified as a Trainer

Responsibilities

Ensure product integrity by ensuring compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, state regulations, ABO’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and any other applicable regulatory standards.
Organize product in storage freezer, ensuring freezer organization is complete and consistent.
Perform the QA review of donor samples.
Perform the QA review of product to be shipped to the consignee.
Assist with the process flow in the lab, ensuring the bottles are entering the freezer in the proper time frame.
Coordinate Daily Activities in Processing Area.
Make daily assignments in coordination with manager.
Provide preventive maintenance as scheduled on equipment: centrifuge, heat sealers, thermometer, internal freezer thermometers and graph recorders, and calibrate as necessary.
Observe technicians for compliance.
Assist with destroying unacceptable units. Quarantine and discard unacceptable samples and products.
Manage flow of units coming through the window and ensure compliance in accordance with the SOP.
Facilitate training of new lab team members in coordination.
Set up, operate and maintain instruments used for manipulating, monitoring, and storing plasma products (Quality Control).
Maintain instruments used for processing and storage of donor samples and products.
Document operational and maintenance activities when necessary.
Determine supply inventory requirements; order and restock, as needed.
Communicate delays and other issues to center management, and/or other necessary parties.
Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and as otherwise posted or communicated.
Any other duties as assigned.