2nd Shift Blood Component and Manufacturing Technician

American Red Cross

Location:
Nashville, TN, USA
Category:
General Staff
Posted Jun 30, 2026Apply by Jul 15, 2026 (15d left)
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This role involves manufacturing blood products and samples by processing blood units received from donors into transfusable components. The technician will perform inventory management, data entry, and complex manufacturing tasks while maintaining quality and quantity production goals.

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.
  • 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 & holidays to meet the needs of our hospitals.

Requirements

  • 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.

Skills

  • Blood Component Manufacturing
  • Laboratory Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Management
  • Data Entry
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Control
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Computer Skills
  • Decision Making
  • Teamwork

Languages

English