Environmental Monitoring Technician I

Pfizer • Rochester, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Monitoring Technician I performs environmental monitoring in an aseptic manufacturing environment to help ensure products meet quality standards. The role follows established procedures and applicable cGMP, cGDP, GLP, EHS, site, and laboratory requirements while contributing to QC team and manufacturing goals. The technician performs routine sampling, manages and reviews data and documentation, supports manufacturing operators, and helps maintain environmental-monitoring supplies. This is an on-premise, first-shift position requiring schedule flexibility, including weekend work when required by the manufacturing schedule. Temporary work on other shifts may also be needed based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions in basic site procedures, both written and verbal.
• Ability to obtain and maintain multiple technique proficiencies as dictated by site and business needs.
• Must not have a penicillin allergy.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must have permanent work authorization in the United States.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds; the role also requires lifting, bending, standing for periods of time, using ladders, and working in controlled environments.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in life sciences.
• Previous experience in a GMP environment.
• Quality Control experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills, including the ability to multitask across projects and activities.
• Willingness to learn and develop a career in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Flexibility to work temporarily on any shift as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine weekly and monthly environmental-monitoring sampling, including viable, non-viable, water, ISO, and batch-process monitoring.
• Enter and verify environmental-monitoring data in databases and computerized systems, and review associated documentation accurately and promptly.
• Author and review monthly and annual data reports.
• Ensure environmental-monitoring supplies are ready and available in the Aseptic Processing Area and QC Laboratory.
• Support production and manufacturing team members working in the Aseptic Processing Area.
• Qualify in aseptic gowning and participate in successful media-filling operations.
• Maintain proper documentation practices and perform and document aseptic observations and coaching of Manufacturing Operators according to site practices.
• Maintain a neat and tidy workspace and follow company, site, and laboratory safety rules and procedures; promptly raise safety observations, concerns, or suggestions.
• Participate in daily and weekly planning discussions, communicate work status, and contribute to identifying corrective actions and process improvements.
• Support QC team, individual, and site goals, including assisting teammates across shifts as needed.
• Complete required training, written exams, certifications, and technique proficiencies.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver, parental, and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday, and other pay premiums depending on work schedule and company policies.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED