Plasma Processing Technician

CSL Plasma•Lawrence, KS

About The Position

The Plasma Processing Technician is responsible for accurately and promptly sampling, testing, shipping, and storing plasma collected from donors. The position reports to the Assistant Center Manager. Working in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the technician collects plasma samples, moves plasma units to the freezer, verifies labeling, uses sterile techniques and a heat sealer, and may pack and ship samples and units. The role also includes preparing shipping and disposal documents, monitoring storage equipment, recording variances, calibrating equipment, and entering donor data into the electronic donor information management system. The technician maintains a clean and efficient work area, ensures supplies and forms are available, follows HSE and OSHA procedures, promotes safety, and protects confidential personnel, donor, and center information. The technician may be cross-trained in other areas, and bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion. Other job-related duties may be assigned. CSL Plasma operates a plasma donation network with nearly 330 donation centers in the U.S. and Europe. It is a subsidiary of CSL, a global biopharmaceutical company. Plasma collected at CSL Plasma facilities is used by CSL to manufacture plasma-derived therapies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and written instructions and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
Ability to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
Ability to perform tasks while standing and walking for up to 100% of the time occasionally.
Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures, and blood-borne pathogens.
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment for specific tasks or areas.
Work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.

Nice To Haves

At least three months of experience in a laboratory or warehouse environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Collect plasma samples and move plasma units to the freezer in accordance with SOPs.
Store plasma units properly, including unsuitable units and samples, according to SOPs.
Verify that pre-printed labels match dynamic labels to ensure accurate unit labeling.
Use sterile technique to draw samples and a heat sealer to maintain sample sterility and quality.
Pack and ship samples and units in accordance with SOPs and center procedures, as needed.
Prepare shipping and unit-disposal documentation.
Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and promptly inform appropriate personnel when equipment is not functioning properly.
Record variances and conduct daily equipment calibration according to SOPs.
Accurately record donor data in the electronic donor information management system.
Understand center policies and procedures for hyper immune programs, if applicable.
Maintain a clean, efficient work environment and ensure operating supplies and forms are available.
Follow HSE and OSHA policies and procedures, promote safety, and maintain confidentiality of personnel, donor, and center information.
Cross-train in other areas as business needs require and perform other job-related duties as assigned.