Blood Collections Material Coordinator

American Red Cross • Merrillville, IN

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About The Position

The Blood Collections Material Coordinator supports blood collection operations by acquiring, distributing, and maintaining supplies and equipment used in day-to-day collections. The role also delivers and returns materials for internal and external customers. Paid training is provided, and prior medical experience is not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills.
• Current, valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to carry moderate weight and lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, and pull, and work in tight spaces.
• Operational flexibility to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and work with a variety of chemicals and solvents.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Prior inventory control experience.
• Prior warehouse or inventory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage blood collection equipment and supplies, including boxes, labels, and canteen supplies.
• Prepare blood collection kits in accordance with established directives.
• Take inventory and order supplies from the warehouse.
• Maintain the collections supply and equipment area.
• Fill order requisitions from mobile and fixed sites.
• Interact positively and proactively with internal and external customers, providing customer-focused service.
• May drive blood collection vehicles to load and unload required supplies and equipment, as applicable and needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid time off starting at 15 days per year, based on job type and tenure.
• 11 paid holidays, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
• Paid family leave.
• Employee assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability and insurance.
• Service awards and recognition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED