Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross•Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Blood Component Manufacturing Technician manufactures blood products and samples by processing donated blood units after receipt. The work includes scanning units, processing them into transfusable components such as red cells and platelets, expressing plasma, and leukoreducing products. Team members are expected to show up for scheduled shifts, give their full effort, and interact positively and proactively with internal and external customers while demonstrating care and compassion. The position follows a first-shift schedule Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Training is held for the first four weeks, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and full attendance during training is mandatory. The role may require schedule flexibility, including weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs. Pay is $19.61 per hour, with an additional $2.00 per hour worked on Saturday for this shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
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 and ability to work on a team as well as 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 work in walk-in refrigerators or freezers for periods of time.
May be required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, and face shields.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience; listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet quality and quantity production goals, prioritize workload expectations, and maintain accurate documentation.
Use good inventory management practices 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 deadlines.
Perform complex manufacturing tasks, including pooled product manufacturing, freezing, washing or deglycerolizing blood products, and pathogen reduction.
Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
Work a variable schedule, which may include weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs.
Show up for every scheduled shift and interact positively and proactively with internal and external customers.