3rd Shift Blood Component Manufacturing Technician
American Red Cross, Douglasville, GA, United States
Job Description
In this role, you will manufacture blood products and samples. You will process blood products after the units have been received from donors, scanning units of blood, processing the units into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, plasma), and leukoreduction.
As a Red Cross Team member, you will show up for every shift and give 100% while you are there. You will 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 constraints
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
May require flexibility to work a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays to meet the needs of our hospitals
Standard Schedule: Full Time – 3rd Shift Tuesday – Saturday 10:00pm–7:30am
Pay Information: $20.21 per hour plus applicable shift differentials
MUST BE ABLE TO TRAIN ON FIRST SHIFT FOR APPROXIMATELY 4–6 WEEKS
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
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work in a regulated environment
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
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
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Fair Chance Hiring
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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In this role, you will manufacture blood products and samples. You will process blood products after the units have been received from donors, scanning units of blood, processing the units into transfusable components (red cells, platelets, plasma), and leukoreduction.
As a Red Cross Team member, you will show up for every shift and give 100% while you are there. You will 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 constraints
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
May require flexibility to work a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays to meet the needs of our hospitals
Standard Schedule: Full Time – 3rd Shift Tuesday – Saturday 10:00pm–7:30am
Pay Information: $20.21 per hour plus applicable shift differentials
MUST BE ABLE TO TRAIN ON FIRST SHIFT FOR APPROXIMATELY 4–6 WEEKS
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
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work in a regulated environment
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
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
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Fair Chance Hiring
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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