Blood Component Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives as a Blood Component Manufacturing Technician. In this crucial role, you will manufacture blood products, ensuring quality and accuracy while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages personal growth. With flexible schedules and competitive pay, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect career for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health and Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO & Holidays

401K with 4% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Service Awards and Recognition

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture blood products and samples, processing units received from donors.
• Meet quality and quantity production goals while maintaining accurate documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Decision-making skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Blood Component Manufacturing Technician - 2nd shift (Union)

WHY CHOOSE US?

As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and worldwide. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, helping save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to workforce diversity and delivering our programs in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, focusing on building allyship and a culture of belonging. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while making a difference.

The Red Cross supports various cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers, including the Ability Network, Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, Latino Resource Group, Red Cross PRIDE, Umoja African American Resource Group, Veterans+ Resource Group, and Women's Resource Group. These networks provide connections, mentoring, and a voice for important concerns.

What You Need to Know:

In this role, you will manufacture blood products and samples. Responsibilities include processing blood units received from donors, scanning units, processing into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, plasma), and leukoreducing.

As a team member, you will care for your team, show up for every shift, and give 100%. You will interact positively with internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion at all times.

Where Your Career Is a Force for Good:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Meet quality and quantity production goals, prioritize workload, and maintain accurate documentation.
2. Manage inventory practices throughout manufacturing and distribution.
3. Perform data entry and operate computer programs related to component production, labeling, storage, and sample management.
4. Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information from other departments to meet deadlines.
5. Perform complex manufacturing tasks such as pooled product manufacturing, freezing, washing, deglycerolizing, and pathogen reduction.
6. Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
7. Work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, to meet hospital needs.

Schedule and Compensation:

Standard Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 6:00 pm - 2:30 am

Training: First 4-6 weeks, daytime hours (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)

Pay: Training at $18.30/hr; Shift: Tuesday-Friday $20.05-$20.55/hr; Saturday $21.05-$21.55/hr

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Good computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation, decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous laboratory experience.

Physical Requirements:

Standing, stretching, stooping, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, working in walk-in refrigerators/freezers, wearing protective clothing.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health and Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO & Holidays
• 401K with 4% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Service Awards and Recognition