-Overview of position-

Streck is recruiting for a Processing Summer Assistant to join our Processing department this summer. This position is responsible for the operations associated with the initial receipt, washing, filtering, and batching of incoming Red Blood Cell packs using various types of equipment

The Primary Responsibilities include:

• Complete all raw material sampling and check-in procedures according to department Work Instructions.
• Aseptically transfer Red Blood Cells packs into blood bottles and submit verification and micro samples.
• Assist with the initial washing, batching and filtering of incoming RBC packs.
• Assist with additional processing duties such as gathering labware and setting up aspirating pumps and fill stations.
• Maintain bacteria-free work areas and proper clean room sterility by using aseptic procedures and following all department cleaning guidelines.
• Comply with departmental and company safety guidelines including proper use of PPE
• Strict adherence to established Quality Systems and documentation as they pertain to manufacturing activities.

Requirements include:

• Enrolled in high school or some collegiate experience

• Must be dependable, well organized, and be able to communicate effectively and efficiently, both orally and in writing.
• Proven solid work history.
• Must display the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Prior laboratory experience helpful.
• Strong Computer Skills

Work Schedule:

• 8 hour days – Monday through Friday 800am-430pm

Dress Code Requirements:

• Casual – Jeans and T-shirt
• Dedicated Shoes

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Medium work exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, stooping, fingering, grasping and moving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and receiving detailed information through oral communication.

**The work environment characteristics and physical demands stated in their respective sections are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Visit www.streckcareers.com to learn more about Streck and apply for this opportunity.

Streck develops and delivers quality control and diagnostic products that touch millions of lives and help validate the reputations of laboratories, hospitals and clinicians all over the world.
For all of us at Streck, our job is not simply about scientific accuracy. It is just as much about responsiveness, commitment and responsibility.
The result is something science alone cannot create: Trust.

Streck is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and forbids discrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender stereotyping and caregiver status), sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)