Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
Quick answer
The American Red Cross is hiring an entry-level Blood Component Manufacturing Technician to process blood products and samples in a manufacturing environment with competitive compensation and benefits.
- Role
- Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $19.61 per hour, plus shift differential pay for hours worked after 3:00 and all hours worked on the weekend ($2.00-$5.00 more per hour)
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Manufacturing blood products and samples by processing units received from donors into transfusable components such as red cells, platelets, and plasma. Requires meeting production goals, performing inventory management, data entry, and communicating with internal customers.
What you'll do
- Meet quality and quantity production goals
- Perform inventory management practices
- Operate computer programs for component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management
- Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information from other departments
- 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 preferred
- Good computer skills and ability 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 and independently
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 in the posting.
What is the compensation?
$19.61 per hour, plus shift differential pay for hours worked after 3:00 and all hours worked on the weekend ($2.00-$5.00 more per hour).
What are the key qualifications required?
High School or equivalent required; minimum 2 years of related experience preferred; good computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply now! Visit redcross.org/careers to find the application process.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Red Cross's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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