Actalent
Environmental Monitoring Technician
Actalent, Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States, 63043
Environmental Monitoring Technician
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 technique during testing of controlled environments and utility systems, including following aseptic gowning protocols and procedures. Responsibilities
Monitor lab equipment and techniques such as 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. Perform 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 approximately 70% of time on the manufacturing floor taking samples in specific production suites, with the remaining 30% focused on documentation and basic lab work to incubate samples for further microbiological testing. Essential Skills
Proficiency in biology and aseptic techniques. Exposure to cGMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Experience in lab or regulated environments is strongly preferred. Good computer skills, including proficiency with personal computers and data entry programs. Understanding of microbiology and environmental monitoring in clean room settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology preferred; Associate's Degree will be considered. Entry level to 2 years of experience is ideal. Exposure to microbiology labs or aseptic techniques is strongly preferred. Experience working in a fast-paced environment, often on your feet, is highly preferred. Work Environment
The work environment includes clean room manufacturing environments, radioactive manufacturing environments, controlled environments, laboratories, and office areas. The team consists of 5 current Environmental Monitoring Technicians, with plans to expand to 8 positions next year. You will report to a Supervisor and regularly interact with manufacturing, QA, QC, and Microbiology teams. The position involves a combination of 1st and 2nd shifts on a 5-week rotating schedule. The training will primarily occur Monday through Friday on a set day shift schedule. Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Maryland Heights, Missouri. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. 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 is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025. 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. 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 due to a disability, please email actalantaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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 technique during testing of controlled environments and utility systems, including following aseptic gowning protocols and procedures. Responsibilities
Monitor lab equipment and techniques such as 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. Perform 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 approximately 70% of time on the manufacturing floor taking samples in specific production suites, with the remaining 30% focused on documentation and basic lab work to incubate samples for further microbiological testing. Essential Skills
Proficiency in biology and aseptic techniques. Exposure to cGMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Experience in lab or regulated environments is strongly preferred. Good computer skills, including proficiency with personal computers and data entry programs. Understanding of microbiology and environmental monitoring in clean room settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology preferred; Associate's Degree will be considered. Entry level to 2 years of experience is ideal. Exposure to microbiology labs or aseptic techniques is strongly preferred. Experience working in a fast-paced environment, often on your feet, is highly preferred. Work Environment
The work environment includes clean room manufacturing environments, radioactive manufacturing environments, controlled environments, laboratories, and office areas. The team consists of 5 current Environmental Monitoring Technicians, with plans to expand to 8 positions next year. You will report to a Supervisor and regularly interact with manufacturing, QA, QC, and Microbiology teams. The position involves a combination of 1st and 2nd shifts on a 5-week rotating schedule. The training will primarily occur Monday through Friday on a set day shift schedule. Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Maryland Heights, Missouri. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. 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 is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025. 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. 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 due to a disability, please email actalantaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.