BioLife Plasma Services · 1 hour ago
Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program; Relocation Required)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$54K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expBioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare diseases. As a Manager Trainee in Operations, you will participate in a comprehensive training program designed to enhance your leadership skills and operational knowledge, preparing you for accelerated career growth into an Assistant Manager role.
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Responsibilities
Assistant Manager Career Growth & Development: The development program lasts approximately 12 months and includes structured training with mentorship and leadership guidance. Upon completion, you'll have an additional six months to advance into an Assistant Manager position
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
Relocation: Upon completing the program and earning a promotion to a management position, you will need to relocate to one of BioLife's locations
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Familiarity with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, and FDA regulations
Experience working in a regulated industry or high-compliance environment
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
Company
BioLife Plasma Services
Biolife Plasma Services is a healthcare Pharmaceutical firm that offers life-saving therapeutics that benefit thousands of people every day.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ashley Slaets
Training and Development Partner
Cait Reynolds
Human Resources Business Partner
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