Senior Blood Manufacturing Specialist – Quality & Processing (2nd Shift) at Versiti

OverviewJoin Our Lifesaving MissionEvery day donated blood saves lives and you can be part of that mission. As a Senior Blood Manufacturing Specialist youll play a hands-on role in transforming donations into safe high-quality blood products that hospitals and patients rely on. If you have a science background love precision and want your work to truly make a difference this is the place for you.What Youll DoAs part of our production team youll ensure each blood component meets the highest standards of safety and quality. Youll:Process platelet products into Pathogen-Reduced or LVDS (bacterial negative) componentsPerform quality control (QC) testing on blood products including:Running counts on a hematology analyzerPerforming WBC counts on an automated analyzerMeasuring pH levels on plateletsComplete Lot Release and labeling for distribution to hospitalsPrepare and send donor samples to testing laboratoriesCollaborate with a mission-driven team dedicated to accuracy efficiency and patient safetyYour Schedule2nd Shift 4pm 2:30am4 days per week 10-hour shiftsRotating every third weekend (days vary)Training Youll ReceiveYoull be set up for success with a structured hands-on training program:Training modules completed over approximately 6 monthsEach module builds your skills and confidence in a supportive team-based environmentWhat Were Looking ForBachelors degree in a science-related field (e.g. Biology Chemistry Medical Technology) or equivalent lab/manufacturing experienceDetail-oriented mindset and commitment to quality standardsComfortable working with laboratory instruments and following SOPsTeam player with strong communication and organization skillsWhy Youll Love Working HereBe part of a mission-driven organization that directly impacts patient careLearn specialized skills in biological manufacturing and laboratory testingThrive in a collaborative growth-oriented environmentCompetitive benefits and work-life balance with 4-day workweeksPosition SummaryUnder the direction of the department leadership executes quality control testing strategies on Versitis blood supply to ensure regulatory requirements are met and manufactures platelet products according to operational standards. Enhances existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds customer expectations. Demonstrates the ability to take initiative drive productivity and build a collaborative environment.Total Rewards PackageBenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical Dental and Vision Plans Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Short- and Long-term disability life insurance 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k) voluntary programs discount programs others.ResponsibilitiesUnderstands and performs laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirementsPerforms and evaluates quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers pH meters and WBC counting technologiesPerforms blood product manufacturing on RBCs and PLTsMaintains equipment by performing daily quality control and preventative maintenancePerforms testing on proficiency testing for CAP surveysLabels blood products according to regulatory requirementsAccessions and packs blood donor sample tubes for infectious disease testing where applicablePerforms reconciliations lot release and client sample release of infectious disease testingPerforms pathogen reduction production process on blood products as applicablePerforms donor antigen testing and antibody titrations as applicableConducts validation procedures to qualify new production processesAssists in annual revisions of proceduresSupports trainers by coordinating and maintaining staff training and competenciesMaintains competencies in required tasks in Core Production and/or Hospital ServicesMaintains equipment reagent inventory levels for daily laboratory operationsDelegates monitors and motivates team membersWorks in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employeesWorks weekend holiday rotations and on-call as neededOther duties as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsEducationBachelors Degree in biology or related science preferredAssociates Degree in a chemical physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology or other experience may be accepted by management requiredExperience1-3 years 1 year of related work experience in a health care setting preferredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesAbility to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures maintenance instructions and other department manuals requiredAbove average attention to detail and problem-solving skills requiredDemonstrates sensitivity and seeks to understand customers perspective requiredAbility to adjust work activities based on volume priorities and interruptions requiredFlexibility to work independently and across the department requiredAccountable to key performance indicators and department goals requiredTools and TechnologyGeneral office equipment (computer printer fax copy machine) requiredComputer (desk top lap top tablet) requiredMicrosoft Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) requiredSoftware systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems Title 21) requiredLab specific equipment including but not limited to: Pipettes Centrifuges scales tube sealers welders Freezers refrigerators Sysmex ADAM ABx BacT/Alert BDFACS Calibur required#LT123Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Safety Experience,ISO 9001,Mobile Devices,Root cause Analysis,Quality Systems,OSHA,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1