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Plasma Center Senior Technician

Takeda · Janesville, WI · Part time

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The posting says PM and flexible availability are required. What does your afternoon and evening availability look like?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the later shifts this role needs, consistently.

Tell me about a time you were the most experienced person on shift and something went wrong.

What they are checking: Whether they can step up and lead when no supervisor is right there.

How do you balance being a friendly coworker with holding people to the SOP?

What they are checking: Whether they can be respected as a lead without being a pushover or a scold.

Why do you want to move into a senior role rather than staying a technician?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated by leading others, which this step up requires.

What would you do

As a senior technician, how would you help newer technicians who are struggling with their skills?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach peers patiently and know when to bring in a trainer or supervisor.

You notice a teammate repeatedly skipping a documentation step. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they address a compliance gap directly and escalate if it continues.

The waiting room is full and two technicians called out. How would you help keep things moving safely?

What they are checking: Whether they can reorganize work under pressure without cutting safety steps.

A donor complains about how a newer technician treated them. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can resolve the donor's concern and give fair feedback to the coworker.

About the work

Which areas of the center are you trained in, and which one do you think is most error-prone?

What they are checking: Whether they understand where risk sits across screening, phlebotomy and sample processing.

What's a non-conforming event, and what would you do if you found one?

What they are checking: Whether they know to document and report deviations so they can be investigated.

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The full job description

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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. Job Description At BioLife, we know that flexibility matters—especially for those balancing multiple commitments. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating meaningful part-time opportunities for our team. This role is truly part-time , with most shifts lasting 4 to 6 hours per day, 3 or more days per week —designed to fit your life. • We will confirm availability, along with shift days and times, early in the interview process. • Team members will be informed in advance of any schedule changes. • Our patients depend on the plasma we collect, so reliability during scheduled hours is greatly valued. • At the same time, these part-time roles are designed with the understanding that flexibility on both sides is important. Whether someone is looking for extra income, valuable experience, or a schedule that fits a busy life—BioLife welcomes part-time team members just like you. Please take this virtual tour to get a sneak peek of one of our Plasma Donation Centers. **PM and flexible Availability required** Now offering daily pay to our hourly team members! Don’t Wait For Payday. Get Your Pay Today. About the role: Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life-changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and will perform as a plasma donor screener and perform phlebotomy to support plasma center operations. How you will contribute: · You will answer phones, and greet and focus on our donors, while ensuring the safety of donors and our team. · You will screen new and repeat donors and take and record donor vital signs and finger stick results. · You will use our Donor Information System, prepare donor charts, maintain accurate records, and coordinate donor compensation. · You will help identify operational opportunities for continuous improvement and initiate changes to center processes using company approved procedures. · You will be there for our donors, which includes working a variety of shifts, Saturdays and Sundays, and holidays. What you bring to Takeda: · High school diploma or equivalent · Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift · Will work evenings, weekends, and holidays · Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees · Ability to lift to 5 lbs., and occasional lifting of materials up to 32 lbs. and rarely 50 lbs. · Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance · Because of potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear · 1 or more years minimum experience working in a customer or patient facing role is helpful What Takeda can offer you: Every day at Takeda, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases.   At BioLife, while you focus on our donors, we will 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 to include retirement benefits, medical/dental, family leave, disability insurance and more, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. More about us: At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to provide Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: USA - WI - Janesville U.S. Starting Hourly Wage: $17.00 The starting hourly wage reflects the actual starting rate for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. For information about our benefits, please click here . EEO Statement Takeda 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. Locations USA - WI - Janesville Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Part time Job Exempt No

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