Environmental Monitoring (EM) Specialist

About the Role: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Monitoring (EM) Specialist to perform routine environmental sampling and support contamination control within our sterile pharmaceutical compounding cleanroom facilities. This role is essential in ensuring a controlled environment for aseptic operations and maintaining compliance with USP , USP , and 503A/503B regulatory standards. You Will: Perform routine non-viable and viable air sampling, surface sampling, and personnel monitoring sampling within ISO‑classified cleanroom environments. Ensure proper handling and labeling of sampling media to maintain integrity throughout the sampling and incubation process. Accurately document sampling events, locations, results, and observations in compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory expectations. Adhere to defined sampling schedules and respond to unscheduled or investigative sampling needs. Manage the proper incubation of solid and liquid microbiological media at appropriate temperature conditions (e.g., 20–25°C and 30–35°C). Perform interim and final readings of incubated media plates to identify and enumerate Colony Forming Units (CFUs). Report and investigate results at alert and/or action levels. Support the Microbiologist in responding to microbial growth events, including sample handling, documentation of excursions, and generation of preliminary reports. Coordinate submission of microbial‑positive samples to third‑party laboratories and assist in investigation data gathering. Maintain investigation logs and contribute to root‑cause analysis and corrective action activities. You Have: Minimum 1 year of experience in one or more of the following: Non‑viable particulate air sampling Viable air sampling using impaction or settling plates Surface sampling using contact plates or swabs Personnel aseptic technique and gown sampling Knowledge in gram staining and microbial growth identification. Ability to work in sterile garb for extended periods within an ISO Class 5 or cleaner environment. Successful completion or ability to pass initial and ongoing garbing and aseptic competency evaluations. Working knowledge of USP , USP , USP , and sterile compounding requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Pharmacy Technician with active state licensure and PTCB certification. Prior experience in a 503A or 503B compounding pharmacy or aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Familiarity with microbial growth morphology and plate reading. Understanding of incubation practices, environmental excursion documentation, and laboratory sample chain‑of‑custody procedures. Strong attention to detail and commitment to aseptic technique and contamination control. Our Benefits (Highlights): Competitive salary & equity compensation for full‑time roles Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) 401(k) benefits with employer matching contribution Off‑site team retreats We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you're not sure if your background or experience is a perfect match. Hims considers all qualified applicants for employment, including applicants with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and any similar state or local fair chance laws. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Hims & Hers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io and describe the needed accommodation. Your privacy is important to us, and any information you share will only be used for the legitimate purpose of considering your request for accommodation. Hims & Hers gives consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to any protected status, including disability. Please do not send resumes to this email address. To learn more about how we collect, use, retain, and disclose Personal Information, please visit Global Candidate Privacy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr hims & hers