MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR (OKLAHOMA CITY, OK)

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Our Blood Institute is actively looking for a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor. The Manufacturing Laboratories are responsible for the manufacturing and processing of blood components such as plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets from whole blood units.

As Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the Component and Platelet Manufacturing Laboratories including staff training and competency, workload equity, manufacturing processes and product traceability. Ensure regulatory compliance in accordance with AABB, CLIA, federal, state, and OBI requirements as well as compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Pay: Competitive pay to include shift differential and is based on education and/or experience and $500 bonus after 6 months and $1,000 bonus after 1 year!

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability, 401(k), paid-time off, $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement, holiday pay, etc.

Days: Tuesday through Saturday

Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Position

Our Blood Institute's Manufacturing Laboratories are responsible for the manufacturing and processing of blood components such as plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets from whole blood units.

As Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the Component and Platelet Manufacturing Laboratories including staff training and competency, workload equity, manufacturing processes and product traceability. Ensure regulatory compliance in accordance with AABB, CLIA, federal, state, and OBI requirements as well as compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Position requires a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution. Education may be substituted by (5) years of directly related work experience in a regulated environment.
• At least 2 years of Supervisory experience is required.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a laboratory, blood bank and/or manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of quality assurance, quality control, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), production and/or laboratory equipment.
• Must have excellent supervisory, planning and organizational skills paired with strong leadership skills and a professional demeanor.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be professional, detail oriented, self-motivated, innovative, creative, assertive, organized, communicative, and have the ability to work independently.
• Must have strong computer skills, including experience in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with FDA and/or AABB regulations preferred.
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage product manufacturing based on inventory and customer needs.
• Schedule and facilitate new hire training, cross training initiatives and new SOP implementation training. Assist Training Coordinator to ensure all techs are trained appropriately and competency is verified annually/semi-annually as required.
• Lead validation of instruments, equipment and products. Oversee process and performance improvement efforts.
• Directly supervise Technicians to include the supervision of duties, schedule and workload.
• Work with Lead Techs to provide timely performance feedback, recognition and accountability for work performance. Effectively coach/counsel, mentor and develop employee skillsets and potential.
• Ensure inventory counts and product reconciliation are performed in a timely manner.
• Partner with Lead Techs and Technical Operations System Analysts to identify events that are deviations and completes event investigations.
• Maintain a safe working environment and report all incidents/accidents to Safety Officer.
• Provide technical assistance and metrics to the Manufacturing Managers and Manufacturing Director. Keep them informed on all operations and assist with any special projects as needed.
• Conduct routine audits of the validation and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Perform document review and archiving as directed.
• Take after hours on-call for specialty products on the Manufacturing Schedule as needed
• Lead continual improvement of Manufacturing documentation to ensure they are current, accurate, and clear.
• Coordinate cost saving measures through continuous improvement and streamlined processes.
• Track staff attendance.
• Maintain working knowledge of manufacturing operations and assume Lead responsibilities when needed.
• Ensure manufacturing areas are always ready for inspection.
• The duties are representative of the essential functions of the position. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Available to work overtime, other shifts, early mornings, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.