Blood Processing Technician

Join Our Team At The Blood ConnectionAt The Blood Connection, every role plays a part in saving lives. Join our team and help make an impact in your community today!We offer a variety of benefits including:24 Days PTO! - Use it, Cash it, Roll it overPotential Company BonusesTuition Reimbursement401k Retirement PlanHealth Insurance (Medical, Vision, and Dental)Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAShort and Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic Life InsuranceShift Schedules Available:Wednesday-Saturday 9:00pm-7:30amShift Differentials:Extra $1.50/hr. Monday - Friday after 7:00pmExtra $2.00/hr. Saturday and Sunday 7:00am to 7:00pmExtra $3.50/hr. Saturday and Sunday 7:00pm to 7:00amPosition OverviewResponsible for the safe and effective manufacturing of blood and blood components and all aspects of the distribution process in accordance with AABB and FDA guidelines.Essential Functions Component Manufacturing TasksPerforms the manufacture of blood components from units of whole blood in a safe and timely mannerPerforms modification procedures of blood products as neededPerforms computer entry of all manufactured or modified blood productsPerforms daily, monthly, quarterly control (and other QC as applicable) on all equipment used in the manufacturing processPerforms product labelingGeneral Work PracticesMaintains a clean and orderly work areaPerforms on call duties as assignedProduces accurate, precise, and legible documentation at each level of the manufacturing and distribution processPerforms duties with minimal errorsPerforms other duties as assigned or requiredTeam Leader Responsibilities (If Applicable) Documents and Record ManagementAssures procedures and forms are uniform and adhere to the organization's document control directivesComplies with the organization's document control directive in terms of uniformity of design and layout; document approval and use; avoidance of antiquated documents; archiving of replaced documents; and document storage, retention and retrievalAssures records are generated according to instructions in related procedures, and those applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards are met in terms of record review, retention and storageAdministrative TasksAssists with supervising, coaching, and training of assigned staffProvides input regarding staff performance and evaluationsDirects workflow of component processing and assures communication between shiftsAssures completion of duties by staff membersAssists in procedure development and implementationAssists in reviewing recordsAssists in maintaining appropriate levels of supplies and materials needed for component manufacturingMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDAbility to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to follow SOP in a heavily FDA regulated environmentAbility to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workersAbility to work with all levels and in a diverse work environmentAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peersThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lifting and/or pulling/pushing up to 50 poundsStanding or walking for an extended periodBending and twistingEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled