• Environmental Monitoring Technician

    Actalent (Maryland Heights, MO)


    Environmental monitoring technician

    Description

    Perform routine environmental monitoring of aseptic processing and controlled area cleanroom environments used for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Perform assigned quality control or quality assurance activities in compliance with applicable SOP's and cGMPs.

     

    Ensure the use of proper aseptic technique during testing of controlled environments and utility systems including following aseptic gowning protocols and procedures.

     

    Perform monitoring lab equipment and techniques (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 some plate reading and testing procedures.

     

    Document all work according to cGMP's.

     

    Position is 70% on the manufacturing floor taking samples in specific production suites. 30% documentation and some basic lab work to incubate samples for further microbiological testing.

     

    Skills

     

    biology, aseptic, microbiology, environmental monitoring, clean room, aseptic technique

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    biology,aseptic

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    BS Degree in Biology preferred. AS Degree will also be considered

     

    Entry level - 2 years of experience is ideal.

     

    Exposure to Microbiology lab or aseptic technique is strongly preferred.

     

    Experience working in a fast-paced environment on feet is highly preferred.

    Experience Level

    Expert Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Maryland Heights, MO.

    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 Jan 30, 2026.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.