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 requires following site, laboratory, and global procedures and safety requirements while completing routine monitoring and documentation activities. The technician works with QC and manufacturing colleagues, supports production in the Aseptic Processing Area, and contributes to team planning and improvement efforts. This is an entry-level position requiring flexibility to work weekends when the manufacturing schedule requires and to temporarily work other shifts as business needs dictate.

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 carry out instructions in basic site procedures.
• Willingness to learn and develop a career in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong documentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across projects and activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain multiple technique proficiencies as required by site and business needs.
• Must not have a penicillin allergy.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available, and permanent U.S. work authorization is required.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds; the role also involves lifting, bending, standing for periods of time, using ladders, and working in controlled environments.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in life sciences.
• Previous experience in a GMP environment.
• Quality Control experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine weekly and monthly viable, non-viable, water, ISO, and batch-process environmental monitoring activities at the site.
• 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 available in the Aseptic Processing Area and QC Laboratory.
• Support production and manufacturing team members working in the Aseptic Processing Area.
• Become qualified 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 in accordance with site practices.
• Follow company, site, and global procedures, including cGMP and cGDP practices, as well as applicable safety rules.
• Maintain a neat and tidy workspace and promptly raise safety observations, concerns, or suggestions.
• Participate in daily and weekly planning discussions, communicate work-sequence status, and help identify corrective and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to QC team, individual, and site goals and support 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, holiday, 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 eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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