Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Blood Component Manufacturing Technician manufactures blood products and samples by processing blood units received from donors. Work includes scanning blood units, processing them into transfusable components such as red cells and platelets, expressing plasma, and leukoreducing. The position also involves maintaining production quality and quantity, handling inventory and documentation, operating computer programs and laboratory equipment, and performing complex blood-product manufacturing tasks.

This is a first-shift position scheduled from 4 a.m. to noon, Tuesday through Saturday, with Sundays and Mondays as needed. The role may require a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs. Pay is $19.00 per hour, with a $3.00-per-hour shift differential from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m.

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 both on a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work a variable schedule that may include weekends and holidays.

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; this experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet quality and quantity production goals while prioritizing workload expectations and maintaining 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 timely decisions.
• Perform complex manufacturing tasks, including pooled product manufacturing, freezing, washing, deglycerolizing blood products, and pathogen reduction.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
• Show up for assigned 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 per year, based on job type and tenure.
• 11 paid holidays: 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.

What This Job Offers

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