QC Laboratory Technologist (2nd Shift)

American Red Cross

Location:
W Henrietta, NY, USA
Category:
General Staff
Posted Jun 19, 2026Apply by Jul 4, 2026 (7d left)

As a QC Lab Technologist, you will perform basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, interpret test results before releasing blood to area hospitals, and manufacture pathogen-reduced platelet products in a highly regulated environment. The role requires strong attention to detail and a customer-service focus.

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate to high 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
  • Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department, and appropriately manage any exceptions
  • 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

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an applied science is required
  • 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
  • Prior experience in a regulatory, laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 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
  • 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

Skills

  • Laboratory Equipment Operation
  • Medical Equipment Use
  • Regulatory Laboratory Experience
  • Manufacturing Environment
  • Blood Product Testing
  • Pathogen Reduction Techniques
  • Test Result Interpretation
  • Use of protective clothing
  • Quality Control
  • Data Entry
  • Physical Stamina for Lab Work

Languages

English