Versiti Inc.
Senior Production Specialist (3rd Shift, Full-Time)
Versiti Inc., Aurora, Illinois, United States, 60505
Senior Production Specialist (3rd Shift, Full-Time)
Job Locations
US-IL-Aurora
ID
2024-10736
Category
Manufacturing and Operations
Position Type
Full Time
Overview
Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.Position Summary
Under the direction of the department leadership, executes quality control testing strategies on Versiti's blood supply to ensure regulatory requirements are met and manufactures platelet products according to operational standards. Enhances existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds customer expectations. Demonstrates the ability to take initiative, drive productivity, and build a collaborative environment.Responsibilities
Understands and performs laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Performs and evaluates quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers, pH meters, and WBC counting technologiesPerforms blood product manufacturing on RBCs and PLTsMaintains equipment by performing daily quality control and preventative maintenancePerforms testing on proficiency testing for CAP surveysLabels blood products according to regulatory requirementsAccessions and packs blood donor sample tubes for infectious disease testing where applicablePerforms reconciliations, lot release and client sample release of infectious disease testingPerforms pathogen reduction production process on blood products, as applicablePerforms donor antigen testing and antibody titrations, as applicableConducts validation procedures to qualify new production processesAssists in annual revisions of proceduresSupports trainers by coordinating and maintaining staff training and competenciesMaintains competencies in required tasks in Core Production and/or Hospital ServicesMaintains equipment reagent inventory levels for daily laboratory operationsDelegates, monitors and motivates team membersWorks in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employeesWorks weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as neededOther duties, as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
EducationBachelor's Degree in biology or related science preferredAssociate's Degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology or other experience may be accepted by management requiredExperience1-3 years 1+ year of related work experience in a health care setting preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance instructions, and other department manuals requiredAbove average attention to detail and problem-solving skills requiredDemonstrates sensitivity and seeks to understand customers' perspective requiredAbility to adjust work activities based on volume, priorities, and interruptions requiredFlexibility to work independently and across the department requiredAccountable to key performance indicators and department goals requiredTools and TechnologyGeneral office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) requiredComputer (desk top, lap top, tablet) requiredMicrosoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) requiredSoftware systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title 21) requiredLab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: * Pipettes, Centrifuges, scales, tube sealers, welders * Freezers, refrigerators * Sysmex, ADAM, ABx, BacT/Alert, BDFACS Calibur required#LT123Connect With Us!
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Job Locations
US-IL-Aurora
ID
2024-10736
Category
Manufacturing and Operations
Position Type
Full Time
Overview
Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.Position Summary
Under the direction of the department leadership, executes quality control testing strategies on Versiti's blood supply to ensure regulatory requirements are met and manufactures platelet products according to operational standards. Enhances existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds customer expectations. Demonstrates the ability to take initiative, drive productivity, and build a collaborative environment.Responsibilities
Understands and performs laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Performs and evaluates quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers, pH meters, and WBC counting technologiesPerforms blood product manufacturing on RBCs and PLTsMaintains equipment by performing daily quality control and preventative maintenancePerforms testing on proficiency testing for CAP surveysLabels blood products according to regulatory requirementsAccessions and packs blood donor sample tubes for infectious disease testing where applicablePerforms reconciliations, lot release and client sample release of infectious disease testingPerforms pathogen reduction production process on blood products, as applicablePerforms donor antigen testing and antibody titrations, as applicableConducts validation procedures to qualify new production processesAssists in annual revisions of proceduresSupports trainers by coordinating and maintaining staff training and competenciesMaintains competencies in required tasks in Core Production and/or Hospital ServicesMaintains equipment reagent inventory levels for daily laboratory operationsDelegates, monitors and motivates team membersWorks in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employeesWorks weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as neededOther duties, as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
EducationBachelor's Degree in biology or related science preferredAssociate's Degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology or other experience may be accepted by management requiredExperience1-3 years 1+ year of related work experience in a health care setting preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance instructions, and other department manuals requiredAbove average attention to detail and problem-solving skills requiredDemonstrates sensitivity and seeks to understand customers' perspective requiredAbility to adjust work activities based on volume, priorities, and interruptions requiredFlexibility to work independently and across the department requiredAccountable to key performance indicators and department goals requiredTools and TechnologyGeneral office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) requiredComputer (desk top, lap top, tablet) requiredMicrosoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) requiredSoftware systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title 21) requiredLab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: * Pipettes, Centrifuges, scales, tube sealers, welders * Freezers, refrigerators * Sysmex, ADAM, ABx, BacT/Alert, BDFACS Calibur required#LT123Connect With Us!
Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.