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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Environmental Monitoring Technician (contract-to-hire) to support aseptic processing and controlled cleanroom environments at a manufacturing site in Maryland Heights, MO. This entry-level to early-career role performs routine environmental and microbiological monitoring in a cGMP-regulated environment and provides exposure to QC, microbiology, QA, manufacturing, and validation career paths.

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What You’ll Do

The role balances floor sampling and laboratory tasks. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform routine environmental monitoring in aseptic processing areas and controlled cleanroom environments.
• Follow aseptic techniques and strict gowning protocols when sampling and testing.
• Operate environmental monitoring equipment: SAS/SMA samplers, Met One particle counters, active and passive viable air sampling, total airborne particulate sampling, viable surface monitoring, personnel monitoring, and membrane filtration for water sampling.
• Test Water for Injection (WFI) and perform gas sampling per procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Use laminar flow hoods for plate work and other microbiological procedures.
• Document all results and activities accurately in compliance with SOPs and cGMP documentation standards.
• Spend roughly 70% of time collecting samples on the manufacturing floor and 30% performing basic lab activities such as incubating and reading plates.
• Enter, track, and report monitoring data using PC/data-entry systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, QA, QC, and microbiology teams to support production and quality objectives.
• Work safely in cleanroom, controlled, and radioactive manufacturing environments and adhere to all regulatory requirements.
• Participate in a rotating schedule (may include first and second shifts and occasional weekends) and complete assigned monitoring tasks within required timeframes.

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Required & Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field preferred.
• Entry-level to ~2 years’ relevant experience; exposure to microbiology labs or aseptic techniques strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements and working in regulated manufacturing or laboratory environments.
• Hands-on or observational experience with environmental monitoring in cleanroom/controlled settings preferred.
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods and to work in fast-paced production environments.
• Good computer and data-entry skills; strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to follow written procedures/SOPs precisely and to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Additional Skills & Characteristics

• Interest in career growth toward QC, microbiology, QA, manufacturing, or validation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage sampling schedules and lab documentation.
• Clear communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic production and lab environment.

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Employment Type, Location & Schedule

• Employment type: Contract to Hire — Confidential Client (contractor initially; potential direct hire).
• Worksite: Fully onsite in Maryland Heights, MO.
• Schedule: Rotating shifts (first and second shifts) with occasional weekend coverage as required.

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Pay & Benefits

• Rate: $22.00 per hour.
• Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, benefits for this temporary/contract role may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness/accident/hospital plans; 401(k) plan (pre-tax and Roth options); voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; time off (PTO, vacation, sick leave). Benefits subject to change and eligibility rules.

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Important Dates

• Date posted: 2026-10-09
• Anticipated application close / deadline listed by client: Oct 15, 2026

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Confidential Client & Compliance

This role is posted on behalf of a Confidential Client. All hiring decisions are made by the client. The client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities — contact the hiring team as instructed in the application process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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