QC Environmental Monitoring Technician I (6am-2:30pm) - American Regent Laboratories : Job Details

Nature and Scope

The Environmental Monitoring Team is responsible for the activities associated with the manufacture of safe, effective, and sterile pharmaceuticals in accordance with company SOPs, policies, and cGMPs. The Environmental Monitoring Team works in concert with and assists the manufacturing department, and plays a critical role in ensuring environmental control of the aseptic manufacturing facility. The EMT I position is primarily responsible for performing environmental monitoring activities including water collection, air, surface and personnel monitoring within the sterile manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

* Plan daily workload to meet requirements.

* Conduct environmental monitoring activities including air (Viable and Non-viable), surface and personnel inside the sterile manufacturing areas.

* Conduct water sampling throughout facility.

* Perform sampling of compressed air, clean steam and nitrogen.

* Maintain accurate records of work performed in MODA and Laboratory systems according to Good Documentation Practices, SOPs and policies.

* Assist with data entry for analysis and trending

* Record results and report deviation from specifications.

* Communicate any discrepancies or deviations to supervision/management upon discovery.

* Ensure all work is performed and documented in accordance with existing company policies, procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and health and safety requirements.

* Inputs data into database and conduct trend analysis.

* Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.

Education Requirements and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Associate Degree in microbiology, biology or related scientific field preferred.

* Academic or industry work experience in laboratory setting or manufacturing with focus on microbiology preferred.

* Knowledge of aseptic technique preferred.

* Must be able to maintain APA gown qualification for EM support.

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

* Organization and attention to detail.

* Excellent communication skills (Oral and Written).

* Working knowledge of MS-Office software and PC Skills Required.

* Good work ethic and highly motivated.

* Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

* Ability to work in a team oriented environment.

* Must be able to read documents in Standard English such as Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance schedules and operating manuals.

* Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Environment and Requirements

* Physically able to wear cleanroom/protective gowning and equipment, including but not limited to gowning, goggles, face shields, respirators, and protective gloves. PPE is essential for the health and safety of employees.

* Specific vision requirements include 20/40 near vision (can be corrected with eyeglasses or contacts) and color vision.

* Employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

* Job activities require long periods of standing and use of controlled movements as well as aseptic techniques/behaviors in the sterile filling suites.

Expected Hourly Rate:

$23.13-$25.50

The hourly rate displayed is the minimum and maximum hourly rate of compensation for the role that the employer in good faith believes to be accurate at the time of the posting of an advertisement for the role. Actual compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, knowledge, skills and experience.

American Regent also offers a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare, life insurance, profit sharing, paid time off, matching 401k as well as a wide range of other benefits.

American Regent celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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