Plasma Processor

Grifols • Orleans, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plasma Processor works in a plasma center and handles operational responsibilities including processing donor samples, maintaining donor files, shipping, and inventory control. The role requires accurate and timely labeling, weighing, freezing, packing, and shipment preparation for plasma products and samples. The processor monitors stored products and reports equipment working conditions while maintaining active communication and quality standards. Training is provided.

Work involves exposure to biological fluids and potential infectious organisms, electrical office and laboratory equipment, and extreme cold below 32°F in a plasma freezer. Required personal protective equipment includes protective eyewear, garments, gloves, and cold gear. The work includes prolonged standing, frequent hand and foot movements, bending and twisting, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and walking. Hearing acuity, specified corrected vision and color perception, and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions are also required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Superior customer service standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Organizational, computer, and troubleshooting skills.
• Interest in making a difference in the world.
• Ability to work around extreme temperatures, including extreme cold below 32°F.
• Ability to comprehend and follow assigned task instructions, including oral and written instructions.
• Ability to listen to and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Hearing acuity essential.
• Color perception/discrimination and near and far vision correctable to 20/30 in one eye and 20/100 in the other eye.
• Ability to stand for 4 to 6 hours per day; bend and twist the neck and waist for 1 to 2 hours per day; make frequent hand and foot movements; and walk up to 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Ability to lift light loads of 15 pounds occasionally, lift 25 to 35 pounds for 1 to 2 hours per day, and lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach below shoulder height; may infrequently squat, crouch, or sit on one's heels.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process donor samples for processing and testing.
• Record the weight of products and samples.
• Label samples and freeze units for final packing within the required timeframe.
• Pack units for final shipment; pack samples and prepare shipping boxes for the testing lab.
• Monitor stored products and report equipment working conditions.
• Maintain active communication and quality.
• Handle operational tasks at the plasma center, including maintaining accurate donor files, shipping, and inventory control.

What This Job Offers

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