Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible

PTO: Starting at 15 days a year

11 paid holidays

401(k) with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long

Job summary

American Red Cross is seeking a manufacturing team member to produce blood components, document processes, and support quality and inventory controls. You’ll work with cell processing and labeling systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast‑paced setting.

The role requires 2+ years in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, strong computer skills, and effective communication. Weekend and holiday coverage is part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment.
• Good computer skills and ability to use a wide variety of programs and laboratory equipment with attention to detail, accurate documentation, and sound decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication skills, able to work both in a team and independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Meet quality and quantity production goals while prioritizing workload expectations and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
• Enter data and operate computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
• Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information from other departments to meet time‑critical requirements.
• 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.
• Maintain flexibility to work a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays to meet hospital needs.

Skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing blood products and samples: scanning incoming blood units, processing them into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, plasma), performing leukoreduction, and completing all related manufacturing steps.

What You Need to Know

As a team member you will take care of your colleagues, consistently show up for every shift, give 100% commitment, and interact positively and proactively with all customers, demonstrating care and compassion.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet quality and quantity production goals while prioritizing workload expectations and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
• Enter data and operate computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
• Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information from other departments to meet time‑critical requirements.
• 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.
• Maintain flexibility to work a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays to meet hospital needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Good computer skills and ability to use a wide variety of programs and laboratory equipment with attention to detail, accurate documentation, and sound decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication skills, able to work both in a team and independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

Requires standing, stretching, stooping, and bending for extended periods. Ability to lift, pull, push, and move objects 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.

Standard Schedule

Tues‑Sat, starting at 6:00 am or 7:00 am with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Pay Information

$17.50 per hour, plus applicable shift differential for working late nights, overnights, and on weekends.

Benefits for You

• 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 comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401(k) with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.