Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager (Plasma Collection Center)Location: Hammond, LAWe are a dynamic, innovative, and growing biopharmaceutical company relentlessly committed to creating superior products for underserved patient populations. If you are looking for a career focused on excellence, integrity, and hands-on leadership, we invite you to consider joining our team!Position SummaryAs the Assistant Manager, you will provide vital supervision for all donor-related activities within our plasma collection center. This is an active, floor-focused leadership role (spending 85% of the time in the production areas) serving as a crucial bridge between daily operational functions and the Center Director. You will oversee production, regulatory compliance, human resources, workflow efficiency, and staff training while fostering an environment of teamwork and mutual respect.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperations & Workflow: Monitor donor flow to ensure an efficient pace, identify workflow efficiencies, and maximize donor satisfaction by minimizing delays.Financial & Inventory Control: Assist the Center Director in monitoring production and expenses against the budget. Track inventory to ensure daily operational supplies are always available.Quality Assurance: Participate in center internal audits, assist in developing corrective actions, and handle responsibilities associated with unsuitable units and donors.Supervisory Leadership: Train, monitor, and evaluate staff performance against center plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Manage staff schedules, absences, and attendance.Compliance Oversight: Partner with Quality Assurance to manage errors, implement corrective actions, and ensure the center strictly meets regulatory, cGMP, FDA, and customer requirements.Job Requirements & CompetenciesRegulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of cGMPs, OSHA, CLIA, and FDA regulations, with the ability to interpret and adapt center procedures to maintain compliance.Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage, train, and motivate staff at all levels while handling multiple priorities in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.Experience: Four (4) years of experience in the medical field is required, with two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.Education: A college degree in Business Administration, Biological Sciences, or a related program is preferred (equivalent professional experience will be considered).What We OfferIn addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wealth, and well-being:Retirement: 401K plan with employer match and immediate vesting.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Vision, Life, and Dental Insurance.Peace of Mind: Company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), plus Pet Insurance.Time Off: 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (within the first year) and Company-Paid Holidays.Growth: Tuition Assistance available after your first year of employment.