Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

The American National Red Cross; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Blood Component Manufacturing Technician to join their team. In this vital role, you will manufacture blood products, ensuring quality and compliance while working in a dynamic environment. You'll engage in processing blood components, managing documentation, and collaborating with a dedicated team. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of others while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. If you're ready to contribute to a mission that matters, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts

PTO: Starting at 15 days a year

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance

Service Awards and recognition

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a regulatory or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to manage documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture blood products and process units into transfusable components.
• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Computer programs for data entry

Job description

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Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

Apply locations Farmington, CT

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: RC80676

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Job Description:

What You Need to Know:

In this role, you will be manufacturing blood products and samples. You will be processing blood products after the units have been received from the donors. This will involve scanning in the units of blood, processing the units into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, and expressing plasma) and leukoreducing.

As a Red Cross Team member, you will take care of your team members – show up for every shift and give 100% while you’re there. Interact in a positive, proactive, and customer-focused manner with both internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet the quality and quantity production goals, while prioritizing workload expectations and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
• Perform data entry and operate the computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
• Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time.
• Perform complex manufacturing tasks such as pooled product manufacturing, freeze, wash, or deglycerolizing of blood products, and pathogen reduction.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.

Standard Schedule: Variable schedule, applicant must have the ability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

Pay Information: $20/hour, plus any applicable shift differentials for working late nights, over nights, and on the weekends.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High School or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience preferred.
• Good computer skills, ability to use a wide variety of programs and laboratory equipment, attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work on a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements:

Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. Lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds. May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. May be required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc.

Benefits for You:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

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