Lab Tech Environmental Monitoring

Job Title: Laboratory Technician - Environmental MonitoringJob Description

The Laboratory Technician - Environmental Monitoring plays a crucial role in supporting the site environmental monitoring (EM) program within a cosmetics and OTC manufacturing facility. This position is primarily focused on water system sampling, environmental surface and air monitoring, and facility condition monitoring. Microbiological testing is conducted by an external contract laboratory. This role demands strong aseptic techniques, meticulous attention to detail, and experience in GMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling throughout manufacturing, filling, and support areas, including surface, air, and personnel monitoring.

• Collect water system samples (PW/RO or similar) according to SOPs and aseptic technique requirements.

• Prepare, label, document, and ship environmental and water samples to third-party microbiology laboratories.

• Maintain and verify temperature and humidity probes, conducting routine checks, documentation, and deviation notifications.

• Trend and review environmental monitoring and water data, escalating out-of-specification or out-of-trend results.

• Ensure accurate and contemporaneous documentation in logbooks, forms, and electronic systems.

• Support investigations related to EM or water system excursions and assist with root cause documentation.

• Maintain EM supplies, media, and sampling materials, ensuring proper storage and inventory levels.

• Adhere to GMP, GLP, OSHA, and company safety requirements at all times.

• Support audits and inspections, including retrieval of EM and water system documentation.

Essential Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 1-3 years of experience in environmental monitoring, quality control, or laboratory operations within a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated experience with water sampling and aseptic technique.

• Working knowledge of GMP requirements; experience in cosmetics, OTC, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

• Ability to follow SOPs and work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with water testing, sampling, and good documentation practices.

Work Environment

This position operates within a cosmetics manufacturing environment, offering a long-term opportunity with a contract-to-hire potential. The role is a first-shift opportunity starting at 6 or 6:30 am. The work environment emphasizes quality control and environmental monitoring, using temperature, humidity, and water systems within a GMP-regulated setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Moorpark, CA.

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 Moorpark,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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