Plasma Processing Technician (Bilingual – English/Spanish)

CSL•Laredo, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping and storage of plasma collected from donors. The role involves collecting plasma samples, moving plasma units to the freezer to ensure product quality, and ensuring plasma units are properly stored according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This includes handling unsuitable plasma units and samples. The technician will verify the accuracy of unit labeling, utilize sterile technique to draw samples, and use a heat sealer to assure the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples. They may also be responsible for packing and shipping samples and units, preparing shipping and unit disposal documentation, monitoring freezer and refrigerator temperatures, and recording variances. Daily calibration of equipment, accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system, and understanding policies for hyper immune programs are also key responsibilities. The role requires maintaining a clean and efficient work environment, ensuring sufficient supplies, and following all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies. Maintaining confidentiality of information, potential cross-training, and performing other job-related duties as assigned are also part of the role. Bilingual skills may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of three (3) months experience in a laboratory or warehouse environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Will perform basic math calculations.
Understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions.
Understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
Will see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time.
Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity.
Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens.
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas.
Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required.

Responsibilities

Collect plasma samples and move plasma units to freezer to ensure product quality.
Ensure plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs, including unsuitable plasma units and samples.
Verify the accuracy of unit labeling by matching pre-printed labels with dynamic labels.
Utilize sterile technique to draw samples and use a heat sealer to assure the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples per SOPs.
Pack and ship samples and units in accordance with SOPs and center procedures.
Prepare shipping and unit disposal documentation.
Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately inform appropriate personnel of any equipment malfunctions.
Record variances in equipment performance.
Conduct daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs.
Ensure the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
Understand policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center, if applicable.
Maintain a clean and efficient work environment and ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available.
Follow all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures.
Promote safety in all actions.
Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
May be cross-trained in other areas to meet business needs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.