Environmental Monitoring Analyst I

Job Title: Environmental Monitoring Analyst IJob Description

A global bio-pharmaceutical company specializing in generic sterile injectable manufacturing is seeking motivated individuals to join their Environmental Monitoring Team. The role involves viable and non-viable monitoring of manufacturing areas, including air, water, and surface sampling. Analysts will log samples in a proprietary LIMS and adhere to cGMP documentation practices. They will also process water, product, and commodity samples and perform bioburden testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct viable and non-viable monitoring of manufacturing areas.
• Perform air, water, and surface sampling.
• Log samples in a proprietary LIMS and adhere to cGMP documentation practices.
• Process water, product, and commodity samples.
• Perform bioburden testing.
• Assist in training new hires and integrating them into the pharmaceutical industry.
• Act as an interim lead for supervisors as needed.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor"s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related life science field with 0-1+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in environmental monitoring.
• Associate"s degree or HS diploma with 1-2 years of environmental monitoring experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in gowning and sampling in an aseptic manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with LIMS for a smoother learning curve.
• Familiarity with MODA sample tracking system.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical lab setup.
• Understanding of cGMP manufacturing and clean room practices.
• Experience in aseptic lab processing and aseptic sampling.

Work Environment

The role is based in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, requiring interaction with both the manufacturing floor and the laboratory. Candidates need to be available to work days or nights, with a preference indicated in their application. The department operates on a 2,2,3 rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts. Gowning in Grade A, B, C, D areas is necessary, and candidates must be comfortable with tight spaces and adhering to dress code restrictions such as no makeup, fake nails, or jewelry. Training is comprehensive and involves working with specific team trainers over several months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wake Forest, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Wake Forest,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

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