Plasma Processing Technician (North Central Spokane Center)
Job Description Summary: Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping, and storage of plasma collected from donors.
Responsibilities:
- In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), responsible for collecting plasma samples and moving plasma units to freezer to ensure product quality.
- Ensures plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs, which could include unsuitable plasma units and samples.
- Ensures accuracy of unit labeling by verifying the pre-printed label matches the dynamic label.
- Utilizes sterile technique to draw samples and uses heat sealer to assure the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples per SOPs.
- May ensure samples and units are packed and shipped in accordance with SOPs and center procedures. Prepares shipping and unit disposal documentation.
- Monitors freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately informs appropriate personnel if equipment is not functioning properly. Records variances.
- Conducts daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs.
- Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
- Understands the policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center if applicable.
- Maintains clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions.
- Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
- May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business.
- Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) months experience in laboratory or warehouse environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to perform basic math calculations.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions.
- Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
- Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
- Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time.
- Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity.
- Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
- Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas.
- Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected classifications.
Please note, we may not have an immediate need at the present time; however, we are always interested in speaking to well qualified candidates for future openings. If you are interested in exploring a career with CSL, please apply. Someone will follow up depending on the current needs, but please be aware correspondence may not be immediate.
The expected base pay for this position at hiring is $16.28/hour. Please note this wage range reflects what CSL expects to pay for this position at the listed location as of the time of this posting. Individual base pay for a successful candidate within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors.
Our Benefits:
CSL offers the following benefits for this full-time position: Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short and long-term disability insurance. Employees are also able to enroll in our Company’s 401(k) plan. Employees will receive 15 days of paid time off (PTO) per year for use in connection with vacations, illness, and other personal business; 9 paid holidays as designated by the Company; and 4 personal holidays. Employees will have the option to purchase Company stock. For more information on CSL Plasma benefits visit CSL Benefits.
About CSL Plasma:
CSL Plasma is one of the world's largest collectors of human plasma. Our work helps to ensure that people with rare and serious diseases are able to live normal, healthy lives. We are committed to our work because lives depend on us. Learn more about CSL Plasma.
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As a global organization with employees in 35+ countries, CSL embraces diversity and inclusion. Learn more about Diversity & Inclusion at CSL.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please click here.
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