Entry level laboratory - 2nd shift - all training provided! Component Technician!

LifeServe Blood Center • Johnston, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Component Technician, you will work in our lab manufacturing whole blood donations into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, and plasma), playing a central role in the lifesaving process for patients in our communities. The manufacturing process involves the use of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and equipment, such as centrifuges. Component Technicians are also heavily involved in instrument quality control and maintenance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• The ability to multitask and set priorities is essential.
• This position requires use of knowledge and judgement to ensure accuracy of tasks related to quality.
• Proficiency with computers is a must.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• experience with MS Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process blood components according to established policy and SOP.
• Perform review of component manufacturing and equipment related documentation and release of quality control results.
• Perform calibration and maintenance tasks.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and document problems that may influence the quality or completion of blood manufacturing.
• Assist with validation of new equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Perform data entry and navigation within multiple computer programs.

Benefits

• Vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% contribution after a year (and at least 1,000 service hours)
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
• Flexible spending accounts for health, limited-purpose, and dependent care
• Medical and dental coverage
• HSA with employer contribution
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

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