QC Manufacturing Technologist

American Red Cross • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The QC Lab Technologist performs basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and testing procedures on blood products, interpreting results before blood is released to area hospitals. The role manufactures and prepares pathogen-reduced platelet products for hospital patient use in a highly regulated environment. Success requires strong attention to detail, a customer-service focus, and compassionate interactions with internal and external customers.

The position works Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The employee must be able to train on first shift for approximately 6–8 weeks.

Requirements

• Associate degree in science or bachelor's degree in an applied science.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Must meet state and CLIA requirements where applicable.
• Ability to use a wide variety of laboratory or medical equipment, a personal computer, and applicable software for sustained periods.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Ability to train on first shift for approximately 6–8 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate- to high-complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret tests on donor specimens and blood products.
• Identify and quarantine products or samples that do not meet quality requirements.
• Meet departmental quality and quantity production and testing goals, and appropriately manage exceptions.
• Ensure products are suitable for release and distribution.
• Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
• Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and test kits.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products and samples.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off starting at 15 days a year, based on job type and tenure
• 11 paid holidays: six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401(k) with up to 6% match
• Paid family leave
• Employee assistance
• Short- and long-term disability and insurance
• Service awards and recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree