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Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: Responsibilities: 1.    Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures. Manufacture blood products according to FDA, AABB, CLIA and Red Cross policies and procedures.  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. Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing process.  Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements. 2.    Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits.  Perform and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens, and blood products.   Tracks the quantities and results of QC testing performed to meet ARC and regulatory requirements.  3.    Operate, maintain, repair and perform validation and quality control checks on laboratory equipment, reagents and supplies to ensure the quality and accuracy of laboratory test procedures. Participate in the performance of qualifications and validations for collections equipment. Ensure adequate inventory of required supplies.  4.    Perform data entry and operate the computer programs associated with component production, labeling and testing. Maintain accurate, legible and complete manufacturing department records. Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples. Perform review of manufacturing records. Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.  5.    Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time requirements and quality standards.  Identify and quarantine products/samples that don’t meet quality requirements.  6.    Participate in QC staff training as needed   SHIFT: 3pm - 11pm Tuesday – Saturday Qualifications:  Education: Associates degree in science required, MLT (ASCP) or MT(ASCP) certification preferred Experience: No additional experience required for MLT or MT degreed staff. Minimum 4 years related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience required for non-MLT/MT staff. Must meet state and CLIA requirements. Skills/Abilities: Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment.  Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods of time. Ability to work with a team.   * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). ---------------------- Physical Requirements: The duties are representative of the essential functions of the position.  Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.  Available to work overtime, other shifts, early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends.  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.  Work under pressure and within time standards.  Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.   Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: Are you seeking a full-time opportunity that makes a difference? Are you passionate about meeting new people? Do you want to have an impact in your community, across the country, and around the world? If your answer is “yes”, then we invite you to become a Blood Processing Technician for the American Red Cross! Blood Processing Technicians perform manufacturing processes in a highly regulated environment—from receipt of unprocessed blood, through maintaining accurate records of finished goods in preparation to distribute to area hospitals. Successful Blood Processing Technicians 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. Blood Processing Technician – Responsibilities * Manufacture, store and distribute blood products/samples according to applicable FDA, AABB, CLIA, NRC and Red Cross policies and procedures. Meet the quality and quantity production and distribution goals established by the department. Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements. * Operate, maintain and perform quality control checks on equipment. Ensure adequate inventory of required supplies. * Perform data entry and operate the computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and shipping. * Maintain accurate, legible and complete manufacturing department records. * Ensure products/samples are suitable for release for distribution and are managed appropriately. * Identify and quarantine products/samples that don’t meet quality requirements. Perform disposition of unacceptable products/samples. * Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time requirements and quality standards. * Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and shipping process. * Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples. * Participate in training of staff. * Perform review of manufacturing records. * Remain flexible to work a variable schedule that includes weekends & holidays to meet the needs of our hospitals. * Drive for results and to serve others with a high level of respect for customer service. * Take care of your team members – show up for every shift and give 100% while you’re there. * Contribute to a friendly and fun environment. * Interact in a positive, proactive, and customer-focused manner with both internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion at all times. The aforementioned responsibilities of the Blood Processing Technician describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list. SHIFT: 3pm - 11pm Sunday – Thursday Qualifications * High School diploma, plus two years’ experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. * All technician jobs require good computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation and good decision making skills. * College studies or technical training in science or medical technology or the equivalent is preferred. * Physical requirements may include standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. The ability to lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights