Plasma Processing Technician
2015 csl plasma
📍 americas us-mi portage 187 csl plasma united states🕐 5d ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**The Opportunity**
Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping and storage of plasma collected from donors.
You will report to the Assistant Center Manager.
**The Role**
* In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), responsible for collecting plasma samples and moving plasma units to freezer to ensure product quality.
* Ensure 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.
* Utilize sterile technique to draw samples and use 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.
* Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately informs appropriate personnel if equipment is not functioning properly. Records variances.
* Conduct daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs.
* Ensure the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
* Understand 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.
* Maintain 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.
**Your skills and experience**
**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
* Will perform basic math calculations
**Working Conditions**
(physical & mental requirements)
* Understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions
* Understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
* Will 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
**About CSL Plasma**
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[CSL Plasma](https://www.cslplasma.com/) operates one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated plasma donation networks, with nearly 330 donation centers in the U.S. and Europe. CSL Plasma is a subsidiary of CSL, a global biopharma company. Plasma collected at CSL Plasma facilities is used by CSL for the sole purpose of manufacturing lifesaving plasma-derived therapies for people in more than 100 countries. The parent company, [CSL](https://www.csl.com/) (ASX:CSL; USOTC:CSLLY), headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 29,000+ people.
Learn more about CSL Plasma here [https://www.cslplasma.com/](https://www.cslplasma.com/) and CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor here [https://www.csl.com/](https://www.csl.com/).
Learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor here at [https://www.csl.com/](https://www.csl.com/) and CSL Plasma at [https://www.cslplasma.com/](https://www.cslplasma.com/).
**Our Benefits**
For more information on CSL Plasma benefits visit [https://cslbenefits.com/cslp](https://cslbenefits.com/cslp).
**You Belong at CSL**
At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.
To learn more visit https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging
**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 visit [https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement](https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement).