Component Tech

Mississippi Blood Services; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Blood Services seeks a precise, reliable candidate for our production laboratory to prepare quality biological components in line with SOPs, maintain detailed records, and assemble plasma shipments. The role requires careful attention to detail, patient-focused mindset, and cooperative teamwork to support blood services operations.

The duties include handling centrifuge preparation, component extraction procedures, labeling, computer data entry, shipping, and ongoing quality control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–3 months related experience preferred.
• Stable work history.
• Must frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Organizational skills to maintain productive workflow.
• Ability to work independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Balance and load products for separation into centrifuge accurately.
• Follow procedures for extraction of blood components for highest quality.
• Label and store all components produced with precision.
• Enter product data into computer daily with accuracy.
• Perform shipping of salvage plasma to vendors.
• Prepare special blood components as required.
• Maintain daily QC and equipment calibration.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Independent worker

Team player

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Mississippi Blood Services seeks a loyal, consistent, and precise person needed to work in our production laboratory. This lab position includes preparing quality biological components in strict compliance with SOPs; performing detailed record keeping; and preparing plasma shipments. If you are patient, conscientious and accurate with strong attention to detail; and can interact with co-workers in a helpful, supportive way - you'll fit in perfectly here.

Duties:

• Must be detail-oriented and organized with all paperwork.
• Balance and load products intended for separation into centrifuge accurately, adjusting setting according to production intentions.
• Follow procedures for extraction of the various blood components produced, ensuring the highest possible quality.
• Organize, apply standard product labels and store all components produced with complete accuracy.
• Organize, identify and perform computer entry of every product on a daily basis with complete accuracy.
• Perform all aspects of shipping salvage plasma to commercial vendors.
• Perform procedures for preparation of special blood components.
• Responsible for the completion of work from previous shift (within approved limitations).
• Perform product Quality Product Control on blood and blood products as required.
• Maintain regular attendance on regularly assigned shift. Maintain flexibility and availability to work overtime and cover other shifts as needed.
• Responsible for the daily QC of the component lab to include Temperature Checks, RPMs and Deceleration Checks, Weld Integrity Checks, Red Blood Cell Recovery, Equipment Preventative Maintenance, and Equipment Calibration.
• Maintain regular attendance on regularly assigned shift. Maintain flexibility and availability to work overtime and cover other shifts as needed.
• Perform other tasks assigned by laboratory management.
• Attend any meetings deemed necessary by laboratory management.
• Participate in continuing education as deemed necessary by laboratory management.
• Maintain minimum score of 100% on competency testing.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Stable work history
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Organizational skills to provide a productive work flow.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively with others toward a common goal.
• Ability to meet flexible working schedule, as required to meet patient needs.
• Must be able to train during the day.

HOURS:

FULL-TIME : 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday (WITH ROTATING WEEKENDS)

We offer competitive salaries determined by education/experience, outstanding benefits, and a congenial work environment. We're committed to continual improvement.

It's a great time to join us in our life saving mission - you'll be glad you did!

Mississippi Blood Services is an equal opportunity
employer and makes employment decisions
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

EOE/M/F/Disabled/Vet

Drug Free Workplace

Pre-employment drug testing required