{"id":1156488,"url":"https://alion.io/job/takeda-pharmaceutical-lead-technician","title":"Lead Technician","company":{"id":5984,"name":"Takeda Pharmaceutical","domain":"takeda.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/takeda","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":22,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.818,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":22,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Medford, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":24,"max":34,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":68000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T21:47:45Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T19:32:56Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.\nJob Description\nAbout BioLife Plasma ServicesEvery day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.\nBioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.\nOBJECTIVES/PURPOSE\nResponsible for all job duties associated with the screening, processing, and sample collection for new and repeat donors, as well as center leadership and training. Fully trained in all Medical History, Phlebotomy, and Sample Processing job skills. Position will provide oversight of operational flow, assist in training new and existing employees, and provide leadership to staff.\nAll listed duties must comply with federal, state, local and company-specific regulations related to quality of product, employee and donor safety and to the proper performance of day-to-day activities.\nACCOUNTABILITIES\nCommitted to meet customer service expectations (5%)\nGreet donors as they enter and exit the donor floor.\nAnswer phones within reasonable timeframe.\nMaintain orderly filing system, purging records as needed.\nMaintain qualifications and perform all duties (core and elective) for Medical History, Phlebotomy, and Sample Processing areas. Train new and existing staff on donor center procedures through demonstration, instruction, observation, and feedback. (60%)\nProvide leadership and training assistance in support of center management and supervisory team, including oversight of operational flow. (25%)\nPerform all non-core area tasks, and those limited to Lead Technician and above (including, not limited to): (10%)\nRespond and analyze HB detect alarms associated with Aurora machines and/or RBC spills associated with the PCS2 machines.\nPerform change of lot number for soft goods.\nPerform quarterly and annual tube sealer maintenance\nDIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS\nTechnical/Functional (Line) Expertise\nSupports the center management team in identifying operational opportunities for continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes as needed, through use of company approved procedures (including but not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen).\nMaintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.\nAbility to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and to maintain complete and accurate records.\nGood verbal communication and customer service skills.\nDemonstrated technical competence\nRequires demonstrated leadership and technical expertise, including full certification in Medical History, Phlebotomy, and Sample Processing.\nInternal promotion requiring a minimum of one-year experience with BioLife, deviation from guideline may occur based on business needs.\nLeadership\nIntegrity\nFairness\nHonesty\nPerseverance\nPutting the patient at the center\nBuilding trust with society\nReinforcing our reputation\nDeveloping the business\nEffective coaching and counseling skills.\nDecision-making and Autonomy\nRefers to Center Manager for guidance on complex, medium-impact or above decisions (internal)\nRefers to management team for escalated donor/employee concerns (internal)\nInteraction\nResponsible for providing exceptional customer service to donors (external) and fellow employees (internal)\nAttend staff meetings and other team meetings as required.\nAbility to multi-task and work as a team player.\nAttention to detail and ability to work independently\nEffective coaching and counseling skills.\nInnovation\nCoordinates will all other center roles to effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and provide an exceptional customer experience.\nComplexity\nProduction environment requiring the ability to walk and stand for the entire work shift.\nRequires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knee.\nRequires frequent lifting up to 32 pounds, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.\nMust have fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment sounds from a distance.\nDue to potential exposure to blood borne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require pro-longed glove wear\nRequires frequent lifting up to 32 pounds, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.\nMust have fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment sounds from a distance.\nDue to potential exposure to blood borne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require pro-longed glove wear\nEDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:\nEssential: High School Diploma or equivalent required\nDesired: Experience in a laboratory, hospital, or other regulated environment is a plus\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nFLSA Classification (US) - Non-Exempt\nOther duties and responsibilities as assigned.\nBioLife Compensation and BenefitsSummary\nWe understand compensation is an important factoras you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitablepay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.\nFor Location:\nUSA - MA - MedfordU.S. Hourly Wage Range:\n$24.50 - $34.32The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.\nFor information about our benefits, please click here.\nEEO Statement\nTakeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.\nLocations\nUSA - MA - MedfordWorker Type\nEmployeeWorker Sub-Type\nRegularTime Type\nFull timeJob Exempt\nNoIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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