QC Laboratory Technologist II

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The QC Laboratory Technologist II will perform advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, interpret test results, and release blood to area hospitals. Responsibilities include manufacturing and preparing pathogen‑reduced platelet products, maintaining regulatory compliance, mentoring Technologist I and Technician staff, and providing operational supervisory support on shifts. Interpersonal responsibilities include showing up for every shift, working 100% of the time, and interacting positively with internal and external customers in a caring manner.

• Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret results on donor specimens and blood products; identify and quarantine products/samples that do not meet quality requirements.
• 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 and maintain production and customer requirements.
• Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
• Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and test kits; maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
• Track the quantities and results of QC testing performed to meet ARC and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in QC staff training and QC projects; may serve as a project lead.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem‑solving activities with cross‑functional teams.

The responsibilities described are not exhaustive.

This is a first‑shift position working four 10‑hour shifts 6:00‑16:00 and a weekend rotation.

$31.20 per hour. Weekend premium of $2.00 per hour for weekend hours.

• Bachelor’s degree in an applied science is required (Associate degree in science with an MLT may be considered in areas that do not have licensure requirements).
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience required for non‑MLT/MT staff. Must meet state and CLIA requirements.
• 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.

• MLT (ASCP) or MT(ASCP) certification preferred.
• No additional experience is required for MLT or MT degreed staff.

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. Requires wearing protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products or where work location requires it.

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO:
  Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance:
  Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

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The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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