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Interstate Blood Bank Assistant Manager in Miami, Florida
Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
Assistant Manager
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 5:30pm
SUMMARY:
The Assistant Manager assists with the day-to-day Whole Blood Center operation and staff support. Additionally, this position is responsible for filling the role of the Center Manager in her/his absence.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Daily:
Supports the center staff with questions, concerns and/or other needs.
Performs all production area job descriptions as required/assigned and maintains certifications in all production job positions.
Assists with employee training, if approved as a Training Monitor.
Performs all job duties in a safe manner and uses required personal protective equipment.
Enforces all safety procedures, Standard Operating Procedures and Company policies.
Performs specific routine duties, as assigned by the Center Manager.
Assists with troubleshooting and/or implementing corrective action, as necessary.
Follows all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company policies.
Frequently:
Assumes the responsibilities of the Center Manager in his/her absence.
Performs other duties as required/assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent, required
Some college level course work in business, sciences or medical field is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the biological sciences is preferred
Two years supervisory experience is preferred; experience working with the community/public
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Safe Operating Procedures, Safety Data Sheets and Biohazardous Waste
Must have above average problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Must be self-directed and highly-motivated
Must have excellent analytical skills, organization skills, and follow-up
Ability to effectively manage staff and maintain positive relationships with all levels of employees
Experience in an FDA-regulated industry is preferred
Must have explicit attention to detail; Quality Assurance background is a plus
Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within Interstate Blood Bank, Inc. and provide excellent customer service
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to analyze situations and respond in a timely manner
Ability to participate in multi-functional teams and work in production areas
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / TRAVEL
Typical work environment with moderate noise level
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb or balance, stoop or crouch, hand/wrist use, talk, see, and hear for extended periods of time, examples include:
Activity
Typical Duties
Reaching
Final packing of product, receiving soft goods / supplies, filing
Climbing
Final packing of product, receiving soft goods / supplies, filing
Bending / Stooping / Lifting
Final packing of product, receiving soft goods / supplies, lifting ice baskets, phlebotomy
Standing
Final packing of product, receiving soft goods / supplies, observes areas, works in production areas, filing
Walking
Performs various functions during routine job duties
Hand/Wrist Use
Reviews donor cards, processes test results, completes equipment records, writes reports, types
Observing / Seeing Color
Reviews donor files, documents deferrals, reviews soft good tags
Hearing / Listening
Center activity, hears alarms, hears timing devices
Talking / Communicating
Final verification of units, discusses employee issues, communicates with corporate personnel, interviews potential employees
Sitting
Reviews donor files, processes test results, completes equipment records, writes reports, types
Time Management
Keeps the Management task flow consistent, manages the amount of time needed for tasks, reviews records within the specified time frame
Focusing
Concentrates on the task at hand, minimizes distractions
Reading
SOPs, instructions, donor cards, forms, reports, labels, company policies
Ability to work with toxic or caustic chemicals 25 - 50 % of the time.
Have exposure to outdoor weather conditions (shoveling or salting in the case of snowy weather).
Ability to read and understand documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, correspondence
Ability to write short correspondence, reports, and procedural instructions
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from regional managers, employees, suppliers, and external customers
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to perform mathematical operations using units of US dollars, weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Ability to read a calendar, an analog clock, and use a calculator.
Ability to use a spreadsheet.
Ability to understand and calculate deferral periods and sample periods.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to apply instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in complex situations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Travel is negligible
Daily attendance is required
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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“We are looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our donors/customers.”
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Req ID: 514297
Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Category: Operations Management