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 the supplies and equipment used in day-to-day work. The role includes delivering materials to internal and external customers and handling returned materials. Paid training is provided, and prior medical experience is not required. Staff work a variable schedule that may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays; schedules are provided two to three weeks in advance. Starting pay is $18.11 per hour.

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 to lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Operational flexibility to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, and pull, and to work in tight spaces.
• 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 warehouse or inventory experience.
• Prior inventory control experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage blood collection equipment and supplies, including boxes, labels, and canteen supplies.
• Prepare blood collection kits according to established directives.
• Take inventory and order supplies from the warehouse, maintaining the collections supply and equipment area.
• Fill order requisitions from mobile and fixed sites.
• Interact positively, proactively, and with a customer focus with internal and external customers.
• When applicable and as needed, drive blood collection vehicles to load and unload required supplies and equipment.
• Deliver materials to internal and external customers and handle returns.

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