QC Laboratory Technologist - Part Time
American Red Cross, Pomona, CA, United States
As a QC Lab Technologist, you will perform basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, and will interpret test results before releasing blood to area hospitals. You will manufacture and prepare pathogen‑reduced platelet products for hospital patient use, in a highly regulated environment. Successful QC Lab Technologists will have a strong attention to detail, a customer‑service focus and the ability to treat both internal and external customers with compassion at all times.
Schedule
Standard Schedule: Part‑time, night shift. 24 hours per week. Schedule will be Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 11:00 pm to 7:30 am.
Paid Training
Training occurs on the day shift, Monday to Friday. First week: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; following 4 weeks: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.
Pay Information
$28.56 per hour, plus a $3.00 shift differential for weekend hours worked.
Key Responsibilities
Perform moderate complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens and blood products; identify and quarantine products/samples that don't meet quality requirements.
Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department.
Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution.
Appropriately manage any exceptions and meet production and customer requirements.
Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits; maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
Participate in troubleshooting and problem‑solving activities with cross‑functional teams.
The aforementioned responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in science, or bachelor’s degree in an applied science.
Related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience, meeting state and CLIA requirements where applicable.
Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment, personal computer, and applicable software for sustained periods.
Ability to work with a team.
Physical Requirements
Requires standing, stretching, stooping, and bending for extended periods. Lift, pull, push, and move objects up to 50 pounds. May work in walk‑in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. Requires wearing protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when exposed to blood and blood products.
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, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays.
401(k) with up to 6% match.
Paid Family Leave.
Employee Assistance.
Disability and Insurance: Short‑ and Long‑Term.
Service Awards and recognition.
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.
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Schedule
Standard Schedule: Part‑time, night shift. 24 hours per week. Schedule will be Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 11:00 pm to 7:30 am.
Paid Training
Training occurs on the day shift, Monday to Friday. First week: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; following 4 weeks: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.
Pay Information
$28.56 per hour, plus a $3.00 shift differential for weekend hours worked.
Key Responsibilities
Perform moderate complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens and blood products; identify and quarantine products/samples that don't meet quality requirements.
Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department.
Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution.
Appropriately manage any exceptions and meet production and customer requirements.
Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits; maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
Participate in troubleshooting and problem‑solving activities with cross‑functional teams.
The aforementioned responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in science, or bachelor’s degree in an applied science.
Related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience, meeting state and CLIA requirements where applicable.
Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment, personal computer, and applicable software for sustained periods.
Ability to work with a team.
Physical Requirements
Requires standing, stretching, stooping, and bending for extended periods. Lift, pull, push, and move objects up to 50 pounds. May work in walk‑in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. Requires wearing protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when exposed to blood and blood products.
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, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays.
401(k) with up to 6% match.
Paid Family Leave.
Employee Assistance.
Disability and Insurance: Short‑ and Long‑Term.
Service Awards and recognition.
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.
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