Blood Product Storage and Distribution Technician

Job Description

Joining The American Red Cross is a unique opportunity to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network and to impact millions of lives every year.

At the American Red Cross you become a vital part of a humanitarian movement that values compassion, teamwork, and continuous growth. You will receive mentorship and support while contributing to lifesaving work.

You will receive, process, pack, and ship blood products and samples for hospital orders. Your responsibilities include triaging orders by urgency, packing products with correct temperature control, communicating with hospital clients, volunteers, and vendors, and maintaining records to preserve traceability.

As a team member you will show up for each shift, give 100% focus, and interact with internal and external customers in a positive, proactive manner.

• Ensure products/samples are suitable for release and meet production goals.
• Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and shipping process.
• Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
• Enter data related to manufacturing, labeling, storage, ordering, and shipping; maintain accurate physical and electronic records.
• Analyze visual inspections and departmental information to meet time requirements and quality standards.
• Identify and quarantine products/samples that do not meet quality requirements, and dispose of unacceptable product.
• Make hospital deliveries as assigned.

The responsibilities listed above describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a regulatory, distribution, or manufacturing environment is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation, and strong decision‑making ability.
• Position may require a valid driver’s license.

Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended periods; lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds. May work in walk‑in refrigerators/freezers and wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, and face shields.

Standard Schedule
:  Sunday to Thursday

Pay
: $17.50 an hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• PTO: 15 days a year (start at 15 days; increased by tenure).
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays (six core and five floating).
• 401(k) with up to 6% match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Employee Assistance.
• Disability and insurance:
  Short‑term and long‑term.
• Service awards and recognition.

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.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable Fair Chance ordinances.