Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The Blood Component Manufacturing Technician manufactures blood products and samples by processing donated blood units into transfusable components, including red cells, platelets, and plasma, and by leukoreducing products. The role includes scanning units, managing samples, and operating the systems used for component production, labeling, and storage. Team members are expected to show up for scheduled shifts, work cooperatively, and interact with internal and external customers in a positive, proactive, customer-focused manner, demonstrating care and compassion.

The standard schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The position may require schedule flexibility, including weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs. Pay is $19.91 per hour, with a $3.50-per-hour second-shift weekend premium.

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.
• 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; preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet quality and quantity production goals, prioritize workload expectations, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Manage inventory throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
• Perform data entry and use computer programs for component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
• Analyze visual inspections and information from other departments to make decisions and meet time requirements.
• 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 scheduled shifts and, as needed, a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

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