Blood Storage & Distribution Technician - St Paul, MN

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • St Paul, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Blood Storage & Distribution Technician receives, processes, packs, and ships blood products and samples for hospital orders. The technician prioritizes orders according to the date and time needed, selects and carefully packs life-saving products with appropriate temperature-regulating materials for safe transport, communicates with hospital clients, volunteers, and vendors, and maintains records that preserve product traceability. The role also involves supporting teammates and interacting positively, proactively, and compassionately with internal and external customers.

This is a full-time, third-shift position scheduled for four 10-hour days, Wednesday through Sunday, from 8:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Required training lasts four weeks, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with full attendance mandatory. The position pays $22.00 per hour, plus any applicable shift differentials.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good computer skills.
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Good decision-making skills.
• The position may require a valid driver's license.
• 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 for periods of time.
• May be required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, and face shields.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in a regulatory, distribution, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products and samples are suitable for release for distribution while meeting production goals.
• Perform good inventory management practices throughout manufacturing and shipping.
• 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.
• Receive, process, pack, and ship blood products and samples for hospital orders.
• Communicate with hospital clients, volunteers, and vendors.

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: 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
• Education Level: High school or GED