Blood Component Manufacturing Technician (Part-Time)

American Red Cross • Pomona, CA

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About The Position

The Blood Component Manufacturing Technician manufactures blood products and samples after donor units are received. The technician scans units and processes them into transfusable components, including red cells and platelets, expresses plasma, and performs leukoreduction. The position also involves meeting production goals, maintaining accurate documentation and inventory, operating computer programs and laboratory equipment, and performing complex blood-product manufacturing tasks.

This is a part-time role with schedules available on either a Friday–Sunday overnight shift or a Thursday–Sunday evening shift. The position requires approximately four weeks of full-time weekday training, with training hours generally 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and some weeks beginning as early as 6 a.m.; the training timeline cannot be adjusted. Pay is $23.46 per hour, with additional shift pay for hours worked after 3 p.m. or 11 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand, stretch, stoop, and bend for extended periods; lift, pull, push, and move objects up to 50 pounds; and work in walk-in refrigerators or freezers. Protective clothing may be required.

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.
• Prior experience in a laboratory environment or medical manufacturing.

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 timely decisions.
• 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.
• Show up for scheduled shifts and interact positively and proactively with internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion.
• Work a variable schedule that may include weekends and holidays to meet hospital needs.

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, 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.

What This Job Offers

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