Plasma Processing Technician

Overview

Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping, and storage of plasma collected from donors. The role reports to the Assistant Center Manager.

• In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), collect plasma samples and move plasma units to the freezer to ensure product quality.
• Ensure plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs, including handling unsuitable plasma units and samples.
• Ensure 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.
• Ensure samples and units are packed and shipped in accordance with SOPs and center procedures. Prepare shipping and unit disposal documentation.
• Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately inform appropriate personnel if equipment is not functioning properly. Record variances.
• Conduct daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs.
• Ensure accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
• Understand policies and procedures associated with hyperimmune programs at the center, if applicable.
• Maintain a clean, efficient work environment, ensuring sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follow all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and OSHA policies and procedures, promoting safety in all actions.
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
• May be cross‑trained in other areas to meet business needs.
• Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet business needs.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of three (3) months experience in a laboratory or warehouse environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Will perform basic math calculations.

• 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.

Not Applicable

Part‑time

Management and Manufacturing

CSL Plasma 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, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 29,000+ people. Learn more about CSL Plasma here  and about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor here

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