Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
Quick answer
American Red Cross is hiring an entry-level Blood Component Manufacturing Technician to process blood products and samples with competitive compensation and benefits in a full-time role.
- Role
- Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.00 per hour, plus shift differential pay for all hours worked on the weekends ($2.00 more per hour)
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Manufacturing blood products and samples by processing units received from donors into transfusable components. Requires standing, stretching, stooping, and bending for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in walk-in refrigerators/freezers.
What you'll do
- Meet quality and quantity production goals while prioritizing workload expectations and maintaining accurate documentation
- Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and distribution process
- Perform data entry and operate computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management
- Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time
- Perform complex manufacturing tasks such as pooled product manufacturing, freeze, wash, or deglycerolizing of blood products, and pathogen reduction
- Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers
What it takes
- High School or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience preferred
- Good computer skills to use a wide variety of programs and laboratory equipment
- Attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills
- Good communication skills, with the ability to work on a team as well as independently with minimal supervision
- Physical requirements: Requires standing, stretching, stooping, and bending for extended time periods. Lift, pull, push, and move objects of up to 50 pounds. May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. May be required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental Vision plans; Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts; PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays; 401K with up to 6% match; Paid Family Leave; Employee Assistance; Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term; Service Awards and recognition
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Location not specified.
What is the compensation?
$18.00 per hour, plus shift differential pay for all hours worked on the weekends ($2.00 more per hour).
What are the key qualifications required?
High School or equivalent required; Minimum 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience preferred; Good computer skills to use a wide variety of programs and laboratory equipment; Attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills; Good communication skills, with the ability to work on a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
How do I apply?
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!
How to apply
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