Job Title: Environmental Monitoring TechnicianJob Description Join our team as an Environmental Monitoring Technician, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and safety of pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. This position involves routine monitoring of aseptic processing and controlled area cleanrooms, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). Responsibilities + Perform routine environmental monitoring of aseptic processing and controlled cleanroom environments. + Conduct quality control or quality assurance activities in compliance with SOPs and cGMPs. + Ensure proper aseptic technique during testing of controlled environments and utility systems. + Follow aseptic gowning protocols and procedures. + Monitor lab equipment and techniques, including SAS, SMA, Met One particle counter, viable airborne monitoring, total airborne particulate sampling, viable surface monitoring, and personnel monitoring. + Perform testing on Water for Injection (WFI) and gas sampling. + Use laminar flow hood for plate reading and testing procedures. + Document all work in accordance with cGMP standards. + Spend approximately 70% of time on the manufacturing floor taking samples, with 30% dedicated to documentation and basic lab work. Essential Skills + Strong foundation in biology. + Exposure to cGMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. + Proficiency in using personal computers and data entry programs. + Knowledge of microbiology and environmental monitoring. + Experience with aseptic techniques in cleanroom settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's Degree in Biology preferred; Associate's Degree considered. + Entry-level to 2 years of experience is ideal. + Exposure to microbiology lab or aseptic technique is strongly preferred. + Experience working in a fast-paced environment while on feet is highly preferred. Work Environment Work primarily in cleanroom manufacturing environments, radioactive manufacturing settings, controlled environments, laboratories, and office areas. Collaborate with a team of five current Environmental Monitoring Technicians, with plans to expand the team to eight. The role involves regular interaction with manufacturing, QA, QC, and Microbiology departments. The position follows a combination of 1st and 2nd shifts on a 5-week rotating schedule. Training will primarily occur Monday to Friday on a set day shift schedule. 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 Feb 5, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.