Environmental Monitoring Technicians - I

Laboratory TechnicianPay Rate: 49.50/HR on W2Qualifications:Education: B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or related sciences is required.Experience Required:• Capable of working alone, and managing work loaded that is directed• Computer skills are required, should be proficient in standard laboratory techniques and laboratory data management systemsPreferred Skills:• Lab data management systems• Microbiology and aseptic technique is advantageous and training will be provided• cGMP• Previous laboratory work• Proficient in standard laboratory techniques and laboratory data management systems.Role requires the ability to read and write in the English languageWork Schedule: 12 hour rotating shift; days and nights (6am-6pm or 6pm-6am).IMPORTANT: Expected to work in an environment with potential beta-lactam antibiotic exposureResponsibilities:The Laboratory Technician position at the Elkton, Virginia Manufacturing site is a key contributor in our Quality Operations units that helps ensure products made are safe and compliant. Laboratory Technician role will work primarily within the grade facility in an aseptic manner, requiring gowning. This person works on shift potentially alone or with one other person.

Responsibilities:Collecting environmental monitoring samples (viable surface/air and non-viable air) of process areasEnvironmental monitoring plate readsGowning training and certificationsMicrobiological and chemical sampling of process waterClean steam and compressed gas sampling and testingData management activitiesFacilities qualification testingAssisting with protocol testing as neededPrepping and maintenance of all supplies and equipmentUtilizing standard operating procedures to perform their work and making updates to those procedures when necessary in alignment with management