Component Lab Production Tech 1 - Tyler (Sun-Thur) Nights (53219)

Carter BloodCare • Tyler, TX

40d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Operations Coordinator – East Texas, the Component Production Technician 1 is responsible for the fractionation of whole blood and the preparation and modification of components, including the proper operation of equipment and the labeling of blood components for long-term storage or shipment. All functions must be completed in a manner consistent with all applicable standards, procedures, and regulations, and in compliance with standards set forth by regulatory bodies such as the FDA, AABB, EU, and OSHA. This role requires adherence to Carter BloodCare's core values and the ability to perform as essential staff with time flexibility for emergencies and routine meetings. Regular full-time attendance is required.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Six months' experience in a repetitive work environment preferred.
• Six months' experience in blood banking or other regulated environment preferred.
• Ability to document details accurately and completely, both electronically and manually.
• Fundamental aptitude for computer skills including use of email, ability to use blood bank software, and routine office applications.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently when direct supervision is unavailable.
• Ability to work with strict time expectations/restraints/deadlines.
• Ability/aptitude to perform in compliance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and standards set forth by, but not limited to, the following regulatory bodies: FDA, AABB, EU, and OSHA.
• Ability to identify problems, make sound judgments and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to assimilate into a team and get along with others in a highly diverse work environment.
• Ability to remain focused on repetitive tasks.
• Standing and/or walking, up to 12 hours daily.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, unassisted.
• Ability to perform and remain focused on repetitive physical tasks, such as reaching overhead and bending.
• Routine exposure to extreme cold and possible slippery conditions, while working in the walk-in freezer/refrigerator.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to gloves, gowns, and face shields, at all times, as appropriate for the task.
• Must possess time flexibility to respond to emergency, disaster, or weather situations with little or no notice and to attend routine departmental meetings.
• Regular full-time attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Fractionation of whole blood.
• Preparation and modification of blood components.
• Proper operation of equipment.
• Labeling of blood components for long-term storage or shipment.
• Completing federally regulated unit transactions without error multiple times per day.
• Handling and ensuring proper temperature maintenance of unprocessed blood products, in compliance with multiple regulations and procedures.
• Periodic blood-spill clean-up.

What This Job Offers

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