Blood Product Storage and Distribution Technician

American Red Cross • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Blood Product Distribution Technician uses computer systems and software to receive, process, pack, and ship blood products and samples for hospital orders. The technician prioritizes orders by required date and time, selects and carefully packs products with appropriate temperature-regulating materials, and maintains product records to preserve traceability. The role involves communicating with hospital clients, volunteers, and vendors, and interacting with internal and external customers in a positive, proactive, customer-focused, and compassionate manner. The schedule is an evening shift, Thursday through Monday, from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. The job may require flexibility to work weekends and holidays and may include hospital deliveries as assigned. Pay is $21 per hour, plus an additional $2.25 per hour for hours worked after 3 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good computer skills and ability to learn and navigate multiple types of software programs.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills.
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule that may include weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in a regulatory, distribution, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure blood products and samples are suitable for release for distribution while meeting production goals.
• Perform inventory management throughout the manufacturing and shipping process.
• Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
• Enter data associated with further manufacturing, labeling, storage, ordering, and shipping; maintain and review accurate physical and electronic manufacturing records.
• Analyze visual inspections and information from other departments to meet time requirements and quality standards.
• Identify and quarantine products or samples that do not meet quality requirements, and disposition unacceptable product.
• Make hospital deliveries as assigned.
• Communicate and interact positively with hospital clients, volunteers, vendors, and internal and external customers.
• Show up for every shift and contribute to the team.

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.

What This Job Offers

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