Environmental Monitoring Technician, 2nd shift

Ferring Pharmaceuticals•Parsippany, NJ

1d•$43,232 - $80,288•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Monitoring Technician conducts routine environmental monitoring at Ferring’s manufacturing facility to help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. The role contributes to a safe and sustainable work environment by performing sampling and testing, supporting production operations, and maintaining production areas through scheduled monitoring. The technician completes compliance documentation accurately and on time, helps keep the facility inspection-ready, and supports a strong quality culture through risk-based, right-first-time investigation execution. The position is located in Parsippany, New Jersey, and is identified as a 2nd-shift role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in the manufacturing or healthcare industry.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in collecting and recording data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods; lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds; and handle sampling equipment, tools, and materials precisely.
Ability to read and interpret gauges, meters, and labels, distinguish colors for testing, and hear auditory signals, alarms, and verbal instructions.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators when necessary, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift in varied environmental conditions.
Ability to climb ladders or stairs and work in confined spaces or at heights when required.

Nice To Haves

An AAS degree in a related field and/or biotechnology.
FDA-regulated industry experience.
Previous environmental monitoring experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine environmental monitoring, including air-quality sampling, water-quality testing, gas sampling, and surface swabbing, according to established procedures and protocols.
Collect samples from manufacturing plant locations using proper sampling techniques and safety guidelines.
Support production operations by conducting environmental monitoring of batching processes.
Maintain Grade A, B, C, and D production areas through regular environmental monitoring, including scheduled water and gas sampling.
Use air samplers for viable and non-viable air monitoring.
Operate production equipment as needed to sample water and gas utilities.
Perform basic laboratory duties and other assigned responsibilities.
Use LIMS software to create labels and collect and submit QC samples to laboratories.
Accurately document and record monitoring data, maintaining detailed records for regulatory compliance and internal reporting.
Participate in environmental training to stay current with relevant regulations, industry practices, and emerging technologies.
Follow safety protocols and procedures, prioritizing personal and team safety.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation and flexible benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employee premiums subject to a differential inversely related to base salary.
401(k) plan with company match.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life insurance.
Wellness benefits.
Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses.
Sick time accrual of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
Vacation accrual for full-time employees, up to 120 hours during the first four years and 160 hours in the fifth year of employment.
15 paid holidays per year.
Paid parental leave, subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.
Annual incentive compensation in the form of a bonus based on individual and company performance.