Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
About The Position
The Blood Component Manufacturing Technician manufactures blood products and samples by processing donor blood units into transfusable components, including red cells, platelets, and plasma. The work includes scanning blood units, leukoreducing products, and handling component production, labeling, storage, and sample tubes. The technician helps meet production and quality goals while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory. The role involves working with internal and external customers and may require a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs. The posted schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Training is scheduled for the first four weeks, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with full attendance mandatory.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Good computer skills and ability to use a variety of programs and laboratory equipment.
- Attention to detail, accurate documentation, and sound decision-making skills.
- Good communication skills and ability to work on a team or independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to stand, stretch, stoop, and bend for extended periods; lift, pull, push, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and potentially work in walk-in refrigerators or freezers.
- Ability to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, and face shields as required.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience; preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manufacture and process donor blood units into transfusable components, including red cells, platelets, and plasma.
- Scan blood units and perform leukoreduction.
- Meet quality and quantity production goals, prioritize workload, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Perform inventory management throughout manufacturing and distribution.
- Enter data and operate computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
- Analyze visual inspections and information from other departments to make decisions and meet timelines.
- Perform complex manufacturing tasks, including pooled product manufacturing, freezing, washing, deglycerolizing blood products, and pathogen reduction.
- Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
- Attend scheduled shifts and interact positively and proactively with internal and external customers.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid time off starting at 15 days a year, based on job type and tenure
- 11 paid holidays, including six core holidays and five floating holidays
- 401(k) with up to 6% match
- Paid family leave
- Employee assistance
- Short- and long-term disability and insurance
- Service awards and recognition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
