Environmental Monitoring Technician I
The Environmental Monitoring Technician I at Confidential Client performs routine environmental monitoring within aseptic manufacturing environments to ensure product quality and compliance with cGMP and GLP standards. This role involves sampling, data entry, documentation, and supporting manufacturing operations while adhering to safety and quality protocols. The technician contributes to maintaining a compliant and efficient production environment critical to delivering safe pharmaceutical products to patients.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a biopharmaceutical manufacturing company (Quality Assurance & Control).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
You will perform environmental monitoring activities that support aseptic manufacturing and quality control. Work safely and compliantly to help ensure products meet regulatory and internal quality standards.
- Perform routine viable and non-viable environmental sampling (weekly/monthly) including water, ISO, and batch process monitoring.
- Collect, enter and verify environmental monitoring data in laboratory/computerized systems accurately and promptly.
- Author and review periodic environmental data reports.
- Maintain environmental monitoring supplies and support aseptic processing area (APA) operations as a partner to manufacturing.
- Become qualified on aseptic gowning and participate in media filling operations when required.
- Perform and document aseptic observations and coach Manufacturing Operators per site aseptic practices.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), cGMP and site policies at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Gain and apply knowledge of cGMPs, GLPs, EHS and site/department environmental monitoring concepts.
- Enter and verify monitoring and QC data; review associated documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Support production schedules by prioritizing sampling tasks and communicating status to the team.
- Complete required training, certifications, and written exams to maintain technique proficiencies.
- Participate in daily/weekly planning discussions and continuous improvement efforts.
Work Expectations
- Maintain a neat, organized workspace and demonstrate strong documentation practices.
- Adhere to site safety policies and promptly report observations or concerns.
- Be prepared for dynamic work sequencing and schedule changes; first shift role with required schedule flexibility (may include weekends).
- Support team goals, offer suggestions for improvements, and collaborate across shifts when needed.
Qualifications
- Entry level: High School diploma/GED plus one year of relevant experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Willingness to learn and develop a career in pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal procedures.
- Strong documentation, communication and organizational skills; ability to multi-task.
- Able to obtain and maintain multiple technique proficiencies and certifications.
- Able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs; role requires standing, bending, use of ladders, and working in controlled environments.
- Must not have a penicillin allergy (job-related requirement).
- U.S. work authorization required; this position does not offer U.S. work visa sponsorship.
Nice-to-Have:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences.
- Prior experience in a GMP environment or quality control within the pharmaceutical industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $19.18 – $31.97 per hour.
- Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on schedule.
- Benefits package (offered by our client) may include retirement savings with employer contributions, paid time off, caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health coverage (medical, prescription, dental, vision). Benefit details vary by hire location.
- Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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