Component Laboratory Technician I - Innovative Blood Resources : Job Details

Component Laboratory Technician IJob Locations US-NE-Lincoln | US-NE-LincolnID 2025-7511Category Clinical LaboratoryWork Location Type PhysicalType Regular Full-TimeOverview

Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB.ORG), a division of Innovative Blood Resources (www.innovativebloodresources.org), has been saving and sustaining lives since 1968. We are dedicated to connecting people who need life-saving blood with generous volunteers who give. Operating 4 donor centers and conducting dozens of blood drives each month, we are proud to be an independent nonprofit that supplies over 20 area hospitals and clinics with life-saving blood-from our community, for our community.

Responsibilities

Summary:

This entry level position performs routine manufacturing of blood components based on the capabilities of the site. This includes processing whole blood to create red blood cells and plasma products, processing apheresis red blood cells, special blood products and application of final product labels. The Tech I will be proficient in the proper use, maintenance, and quality control of processing equipment. The Tech I accurately and concurrently documents manufacturing records, strictly adheres to standard operating procedures and is competent in the usage of El Dorado Donor (EDD) and MasterControl (MC). All work processes are performed and documented according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and within the guidelines of accrediting organizations (FDA, AABB, Green Cross, CLIA, etc.).

Schedule:

Varying weekday shifts, typically scheduled between 12:00pm - 9:00pm.

Saturday and Sunday shifts typically scheduled between 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Rotating holidays.

Job Responsibilities:

Component Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Receive blood collections, fold blood bags
• Process blood collections
• Process research, source, and special blood products
• Proper use of laboratory equipment and reponse to alarms
• Obtain samples from blood components for quality testing
• Restock laboratory supplies
• Label blood products
• Understand good laboratory practice and cGMP requirements
• Proficient in the use of IBR computer systems

Benefits: Full Benefits Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick Days, and Retirement Plan

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical

Must be able to stand and walk most of the shift

Lift 50lbs

Hand/eye coordination, visual acuity

Preferred

Bachelor's or Associate degree

Laboratory manufacturing experience using cGMP

Customer Service