Job Title: Environmental Monitoring TechnicianJob Description Perform routine environmental monitoring of aseptic processing and controlled area cleanroom environments used for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Conduct quality control or quality assurance activities in compliance with applicable SOPs and cGMPs. Ensure the use of proper aseptic techniques during testing of controlled environments and utility systems, including following aseptic gowning protocols and procedures. Responsibilities + Perform monitoring of lab equipment and techniques including SAS, SMA, Met One particle counter, viable airborne monitoring (active and passive), total airborne particulate sampling, viable surface monitoring, personnel monitoring, and membrane filtration of water samples. + Conduct testing on Water for Injection (WFI) and gas sampling. + Utilize laminar flow hood for plate reading and testing procedures. + Document all work according to cGMPs. + Spend 70% of the time on the manufacturing floor taking samples in specific production suites and 30% on documentation and basic lab work to incubate samples for further microbiological testing. Essential Skills + Degree in Biology (BS preferred, AS considered). + Entry-level to 2 years of experience is ideal. + Good computer skills, including utilizing personal computers and data entry programs. + Exposure to cGMP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or any lab or regulated environments. + Knowledge in microbiology, environmental monitoring, clean room, and aseptic techniques. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Exposure to Microbiology lab or aseptic technique is strongly preferred. + Experience working in a fast-paced environment on feet is highly preferred. Work Environment Work in clean room manufacturing environments, radioactive manufacturing environments, controlled environments, laboratory, and office area. The team consists of 5 current EM Techs working on a rotation, mostly independently. The team will expand to 8 positions next year. Interaction with manufacturing, QA, QC, and Microbiology regularly. The position involves a combination of 1st and 2nd shift, with a 5-week rotating schedule: Week 1: Mon-Th 6:00AM - 2:30PM, Week 2: Sat 5:00PM - 9:00PM, Sun-Wed 12:00PM - 9:30PM, Week 3: Sat 8:00AM - 11:00AM, Sun 5:00AM - 12:00PM, Mon-Wed 5:00AM - 3:30PM, Weeks 4-5: Mon-Fri 7:00AM - 3:30PM. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Maryland Heights,MO. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 30, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.