Donor Center Technician 2
Octapharma Plasma, Inc. · Amherst, NY · 2 wk ago
Engineering$18.69–$24.92/hrFull-time
Job Summary
This role is responsible for determining donor eligibility, plasma collection, and product processing while maintaining compliance.
What You’ll Do
- Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and industry regulations (e.g., FDA approved SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, GMP) to maintain production standards and facility compliance.
- Deliver high-quality customer service and maintain a positive donor experience while safeguarding donor confidentiality.
- Assess donor eligibility, including vitals evaluation, Microhematocrit and Total Protein testing, and registration, in accordance with SOPs.
- Monitor donor conditions throughout donation to ensure safety, comfort, and product quality.
- Set up and operate plasmapheresis equipment, troubleshoot alarms, respond to adverse events, and disconnect donors after procedures.
- Collect, process, and store plasma products and samples in compliance with SOPs and federal transportation regulations, including freezer/refrigerator monitoring and variance reporting.
- Maintain donor center equipment through routine and periodic QC checks and manufacturer-recommended procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas, manage supplies, and ensure safe biohazard disposal.
- Provide accurate and complete recordkeeping in compliance with SOPs and company policy.
- Mentor and train staff as a Designated Trainer; partner with Quality Assurance on floor performance, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform inventory-related tasks, including First-In-First-Out procedures, to ensure product quality and availability.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Three (3) months’ experience in clerical or customer service position preferred.
- Specific certification or licensing based on State requirements.
- Basic computer knowledge and skills.
- Ability to speak, read, write (legibly and accurately), and understand English. Bilingual in Spanish preferred (location specific).
- Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to read, follow, and interpret regulations, instructions, and manuals.
- Ability to understand verbal instructions.
- Ability to read numbers on screening equipment and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to utilize all required and appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
- Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.
- Ability to view video display terminal less than 18” away from face for extended periods of time.
- Ability to enter an environment with a temperature of -40C or colder according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ability to perform precise tasks that require repetitive small motor skills, such as drawing blood for diagnostic tests.
- Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.
- Ability to work day and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts on a frequent basis and be punctual.
- Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to focus and concentrate on tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to navigate the office environment safely, including stairs and elevators (if applicable).
Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards And Benefits
- Options for health care benefits, including choices of plans for medical, dental, and vision, prescription drug coverage;
- Company-provided basic life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability;
- The option to participate in Octapharma Plasma's 401(k) Savings Plan;
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid observed holidays as designated by the Company.
Pay Transparency
The expected base pay for this position at hiring is $18.69-$24.92-$31.16. Please note this wage range reflects what Octapharma Plasma expects to pay for this position at the listed location as of the time of this posting. Individual base pay for a successful candidate within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors.
Our Benefits
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Wellness program
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Company paid holidays
- Personal time