Plasma Sampling Technician

Job Description

The PSS Plasma Sampling Technician is responsible for performing plasma sampling, sample management, traceability, and associated support activities at a pharmaceutical manufacturing client site. The role ensures all activities are completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved procedures, GMP requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations.

Reporting to the PSS Plasma Sampling Team Leader, the Technician supports the efficient day-to-day operation of the Plasma Sampling function by receiving, processing, identifying, storing, and dispatching plasma samples while maintaining full sample traceability and data integrity. The role contributes to achieving operational throughput, turnaround times, quality, and compliance objectives.

The Technician works collaboratively with Eurofins PSS colleagues and client stakeholders to ensure operational requirements are met and services are delivered to a high standard. The position requires attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to follow established procedures while appropriately identifying and escalating issues, risks, or deviations.

The role also supports investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, deviation management, audit readiness activities, and departmental documentation requirements. The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and customer service.

Prior plasma industry experience is not essential; however, experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing, laboratory operations, sample management, warehousing, logistics, or quality-controlled environments will be highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, blood products, laboratory, logistics, warehousing, or other quality-controlled environment is preferred

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately while maintaining product traceability and data integrity.

• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and quality systems preferred.

• Ability to accurately follow procedures, complete documentation, and maintain compliance with quality requirements.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and operational requirements.
• Passionate about quality, safety, and customer service.
• Competent in manual handling and able to lift and move goods/items weighing approximately 10-15 kg.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and electronic systems.

Additional Information

Successful applicants must complete and clear, a pre-employment medical assessment, including serology testing, as a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to plasma handling. Ongoing assessment, including serology testing, are required for all employees in this role during employment.

If you believe you are ready for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possible by submitting your resume and a cover letter that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.