Plasma Production & Sample Lab Technician (Evening Shift)

American Red Cross; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible FS

PTO: Starting at 15 days

Job summary

The American Red Cross is seeking a team member for manufacturing blood products and samples. You will process units after donor collection, including scanning, component production, labeling, and storage. You will work with a cooperative team and handle documentation with care and precision.

Expect a full-time role with a 4:30PM–1:00AM shift on Tuesday through Saturday, with training for six weeks. Base pay is $18.40 per hour plus applicable shift differentials, and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• Two years of related experience in regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Good computer skills and ability to use programs and laboratory equipment.
• Attention to detail, accurate documentation, and good decision-making skills.
• Good communication and ability to work on a team or independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Meet quality and quantity production goals while maintaining documentation.
• Perform inventory management throughout manufacturing and distribution processes.
• Data entry and operation of computer programs for production, labeling, storage and sample tube management.
• Analyze information from other departments to make decisions and meet timelines.
• Perform complex manufacturing tasks (pooled product manufacturing, freeze, wash, deglycerolizing, pathogen reduction).
• Communicate effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
• Flexibility to work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays to meet hospital needs.

Skills

Good communication

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Accurate documentation

Decision making

Teamwork

Driving license

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Software programs

Job description

The American Red Cross is seeking a team member for manufacturing blood products and samples. You will process units after donor collection, including scanning, component production, labeling, and storage. You will work with a cooperative team and handle documentation with care and precision.

Expect a full-time role with a 4:30PM–1:00AM shift on Tuesday through Saturday, with training for six weeks. Base pay is $18.40 per hour plus applicable shift differentials, and benefits are provided.